yellowtail

Meanings

• noun

  A large species of fish belonging to the family Carangidae, commonly found in the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. Its name comes from its distinctive yellow tail.

  - "The yellowtail is a popular game fish."
  - "Sushi restaurants often serve yellowtail as a prized delicacy."

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Synonyms

Japanese amberjack , hamachi

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with yellowtail
jellowail , mail , pale , ail , ale

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Variants

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yellowtail , yellowtail snapper , yellowtails , mademoiselle , silver perch , silver perches , yellowtail flounder

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Etymology

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From Old English 'geolweorhtig' meaning 'yellow' and 'tail'. The modern term 'yellowtail' emerged in the late 1800s when English-speaking fishermen began catching this fish in the Pacific and Atlantic oceans.

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Trivia

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1. The yellowtail is also known as the 'amberjack' or 'seriola' in some regions.

2. The yellowtail's average length is about 36 inches (91 cm) and can weigh up to 60 pounds (27 kg).

3. Yellowtail are often caught using live bait, such as mackerel or squid, or by trolling with artificial lures.

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Related Concepts

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1. Hamachi: The Japanese name for the yellowtail fish.

2. Carangidae: The family of fish to which the yellowtail belongs.

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Culture

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In Japanese cuisine, yellowtail is known as 'hamachi'. It is a highly prized sushi and sashimi ingredient, particularly for its rich, buttery flavor. In California, yellowtail is also a popular sport fish, with tournaments held annually.

How to Memorize "yellowtail"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, yellow fish with a distinctive tail. Visualize its rich, buttery flavor when eaten raw as sushi.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'yellowtail' with the image of a sun setting over the ocean, as the yellowtail is often found in coastal waters.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Yellowtail: Yellow, Large, Edible, Worthy, Tasty, Amazing, Incredible, Luscious'

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