thunnus

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Noun thunnus has 1 sense

Thunnus, genus Thunnus - tunas: warm-blooded fishes
--₁ is a kind of fish genus
--₁ is a member of Scombridae, family Scombridae
--₁ has members:
tuna, tunny; bluefin, bluefin tuna, horse mackerel, Thunnus thynnus; yellowfin, yellowfin tuna, Thunnus albacares

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Thunnus

Definition:

Thunnus is a genus of ocean-dwelling fishes in the family Scombridae, commonly known as tunas. These highly migratory species are known for their streamlined bodies and great swimming speeds.

Examples:

I ordered a sushi roll with fresh thunnus.
The thunnus population has been declining due to overfishing.
The fishermen set out in search of thunnus.
I saw a massive school of thunnus during my diving trip.

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