bluefin tuna

[ bloo-fin ]

noun

1. a large tuna, Thunnus thynnus, common in temperate seas.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bluefin tuna¹

First recorded in 1920–25; blue + fin ¹

Example Sentences

On rare occasions, we get bluefin tuna that’s been raised sustainably and with that fattier tuna we’re able to do some different things.

From Salon

This includes salmon as well as mackerel, trout, herring, sablefish/black cod, sardines, bluefin tuna, whitefish and striped bass.

From Seattle Times

Show your appreciation, and you may net a bonus of bluefin tuna belly, luxuriously rich and silky-soft.

From Seattle Times

Though they’ve begun recovering, Nash said he wants to see more data and ensure comprehensive harvest strategies are in place so bluefin tuna populations can be sustainable for future generations.

From Seattle Times

China's customs data shows it is sourcing all its bluefin tuna, one of the most expensive fish globally, from Japan, while scallops make up the largest import by volume.

From Reuters