Definition of albacore
albacore
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: a large pelagic tuna (Thunnus alalunga) with long pectoral fins that is a source of canned tuna; broadly : any of various tunas (such as a bonito)
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Origin and Etymology of albacore
Portuguese albacor, from Arabic al-bakūra the albacore
First Known Use: 1579
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