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ahi

American

[ah-hee] / ˈɑ hi /

noun

yellowfin tuna, widely used in sashimi.

ahi British

/ ˈɑːhiː /

noun

another name for yellowfin tuna

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Etymology

Origin of ahi

First recorded in 1930–35, ahi is from the Hawaiian word ‘ahi

Example Sentences

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I still remember our trip well, that crispy ahi with pineapple salsa, the rainbows in Kauai and the sweet smell of the orchids and plumeria of the leis.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2025

We’re both tucking into ahi tuna bowls in La Jolla at a Hawaiian-themed restaurant with a stunning view of the Pacific coast.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2023

Local TV anchors report ahi prices as breaking news.

From New York Times • Jan. 19, 2022

The menu includes everything from tropically inspired cocktails and eggs Benedict to ahi poke bowls.

From Salon • Jul. 30, 2021

Nanahu ahi ka papa o Olu-ea; Momoku ahi Puna hala i Apua; 10Ulu-� ka nahele me ka laau.

From Unwritten Literature of Hawaii The Sacred Songs of the Hula by Emerson, Nathaniel Bright

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