B1nounfoodnature
US/ˈtuː.nə/
UK/ˈtjuː.nə/
a large sea fish that people eat, often sold in cans
In context
I made a tuna sandwich for lunch because we had no fresh meat.
Fishermen caught a huge tuna weighing more than two hundred pounds.
Canned tuna is cheap, healthy and easy to store.
Words that go with tuna
adjective + noun
- canned tunaMix the canned tuna with a little mayonnaise.
- fresh tunaFresh tuna is best served raw or lightly seared.
noun + noun
- tuna saladShe ordered a tuna salad and a glass of water.
- tuna sandwichHe eats a tuna sandwich every day.
- tuna steakWe grilled a tuna steak for dinner.
verb + noun
- catch tunaThe boats catch tuna far out at sea.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Tunas are rich in protein.Correct: Tuna is rich in protein.