1. A large marine fish of the tuna family, valued as a food and game fish.
Usage: Also called longfin tuna or longfinned albacore.; Scientific name: Thunnus alalunga.

Examples

• The albacore is a fast-swimming fish found in tropical and subtropical oceans.
• Fishermen prize albacore for its firm, light-colored meat.
• Canned albacore tuna is a popular pantry staple.
• The albacore's long pectoral fins distinguish it from other tuna species.
• Commercial fishing fleets target albacore in the Pacific Ocean.
• Albacore migrate long distances across ocean basins.