crevalle
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9.9
- noun
- /krəˈvæl/
- US
- The jack crevalle is known for its speed and agility in warm coastal waters.
- crevalle jack
Examples
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For bycatch in Area I, over half was discarded; king mackerel, little tunny, crevalle jack, cobia, and great barracuda were kept.
Academic text (1997) -
Anglers enjoy the challenge of catching a jack crevalle due to its strong fighting ability.
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The vibrant colors of a jack crevalle make it a striking sight in the ocean.
Synonyms
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8.3
A fast sea fish often caught for food
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8.5
A large strong fish people catch for sport in the western Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico
A large silver fish that lives near the coast in warm seas and fights hard when caught
A sea fish like a trevally that lives near the coast
Compounds
- Specialized
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8.5
A large strong fish people catch for sport in the western Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico
- Specialized
A large silver fish that lives near the coast in warm seas and fights hard when caught
Surface Forms
Etymology
Crevalle probably comes from old coastal names in Spanish or French for a 'mackerel-like' fish, and the name moved into English for this sea fish. A helpful way to remember it is to think of a crevalle as a big, fast jack that chases baitfish in warm coastal water.