tuna

• Substantivo que designa um peixe marinho de grande porte do gênero Thunnus, muito apreciado como alimento e frequentemente consumido em postas, steaks ou em conserva.

A noun referring to a large marine fish of the genus Thunnus, valued as food and often served as steaks or canned.

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   A tropical American prickly pear cactus, especially one found in Jamaica.

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   • The tuna cactus produces edible fruits in the dry season.
   • In Jamaica, the tuna plant is often used as a natural fence.
   • The bright red fruit of the tuna is known for its sweet taste.

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2. Fish (Thunnus)A1formalculinary

   A large, warm-water fatty fish of the genus Thunnus, commonly used as food, often served as steaks.

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   • We grilled fresh tuna steaks for dinner.
   • Tuna is a popular ingredient in sushi and salads.
   • The fisherman caught a large tuna off the coast.

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3. Large Marine Game FishB1formalsport

   Any very large marine food and game fish of the genus Thunnus, related to mackerel, found mainly in warm waters.

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   • Bluefin tuna is one of the fastest fish in the ocean.
   • Sport fishermen travel far to catch giant tuna.
   • Tuna populations have declined due to overfishing.

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4. New Zealand EelC1formalaustralian

   A type of eel found in New Zealand, sometimes referred to as tuna in local contexts.

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   • The longfin tuna is a native eel species in New Zealand.
   • Maori culture holds the tuna eel in high regard.
   • Tuna eels are known for their long migrations.