Definition

A type of tropical fish that belongs to the family Carangidae, which includes species like jacks and pompanos, often found in warm marine waters.

Example

The chef prepared a delicious dish using fresh cavalla caught that morning.

Conversation

Have you ever tried cooking cavalla before?

No, I haven't! What does it taste like?

It has a rich flavor, similar to mackerel, and it's really delicious.

That sounds amazing! I should definitely give cavalla a try sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cavalla originates from Italian 'cavalla', which means 'mare' or 'female horse'. The term is used in English to refer to a type of fish, specifically the horse mackerel, drawing a connection to the horse-like shape of the fish.

Memory Tip

Think of the Italian word for 'mare' — 'cavalla' — to remember that this word refers to a type of fish that resembles a horse.

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