noun
- a fast-swimming ocean fish with a streamlined body and wavy dark markings, commonly eaten as food
Examples
- The fishermen caught several mackerel off the coast.
- Grilled mackerel is a popular dish in many coastal restaurants.
- Schools of mackerel migrate along the Atlantic coastline each year.
- She bought fresh mackerel at the fish market for dinner.
- The mackerel’s distinctive striped pattern helps it blend with ocean currents.
- Canned mackerel is an affordable source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.