Meaning of the word barracouta in English
What does barracouta mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
barracouta
US /ˌbærəˈkuːtə/
UK /ˌbær.əˈkuː.tə/
Noun
a long, slender, predatory marine fish (Thyrsites atun) of the snake mackerel family, found in the southern hemisphere, especially around Australia and New Zealand, and valued as a food fish.
Example:
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The fishermen caught a large barracouta off the coast.
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Barracouta is a popular fish for eating in New Zealand.