bonito (Meaning)
bonito (n)
flesh of mostly Pacific food fishes of the genus Sarda of the family Scombridae; related to but smaller than tuna
fish whose flesh is dried and flaked for Japanese cookery; may be same species as skipjack tuna
any of various scombroid fishes intermediate in size and characteristics between mackerels and tunas
bonito (n.)
A large tropical fish (Orcynus pelamys) allied to the tunny. It is about three feet long, blue above, with four brown stripes on the sides. It is sometimes found on the American coast.
The skipjack (Sarda Mediterranea) of the Atlantic, an important and abundant food fish on the coast of the United States, and (S. Chilensis) of the Pacific, and other related species. They are large and active fishes, of a blue color with black oblique stripes.
The medregal (Seriola fasciata), an edible fish of the southern of the United States and the West Indies.
The cobia or crab eater (Elacate canada), an edible fish of the Middle and Southern United States.
Synonyms & Antonyms of bonito
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bonito Sentence Examples
- The chef prepared a delicious sushi dish using fresh bonito as the main ingredient.
- Fishermen were excited to catch a large bonito during their deep-sea fishing expedition.
- The market displayed a variety of smoked bonito, attracting seafood enthusiasts.
- As a popular game fish, bonito is known for its speed and agility in the water.
- The restaurant featured a special menu item, grilled bonito with a citrus-infused marinade.
- The coastal town's annual fishing tournament celebrated the largest bonito caught by a local angler.
- The culinary school offered a workshop on the proper techniques for filleting bonito.
- In Japanese cuisine, bonito flakes, known as katsuobushi, are often used to add umami flavor to dishes.
- The seafood market had a dedicated section for different cuts of bonito, showcasing its versatility in cooking.
- The seasoned fisherman shared his favorite bonito recipe, emphasizing the importance of using fresh catch for the best flavor.
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flesh of mostly Pacific food fishes of the genus Sarda of the family Scombridae; related to but smaller than tuna, fish whose flesh is dried and flaked for Japa
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The chef prepared a delicious sushi dish using fresh bonito as the main ingredient.
Fishermen were excited to catch a large bonito during their deep-sea fishing expedition.
The market displayed a variety of smoked bonito, attracting seafood enthusiasts.
As a popular game fish, bonito is known for its speed and agility in the water.
