Cero (Noun)
Meaning 1
Large edible mackerel of temperate United States coastal Atlantic waters.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The cero is a prized game fish in the Atlantic coastal waters of the United States.
- Cero are a popular recreational fish species in the Gulf of Mexico and southeastern Atlantic Ocean.
- The distinctive yellow spots on the cero's back help fishermen identify this large edible mackerel.
- Each summer, fishermen flock to the coastal waters of North Carolina to catch cero in the rich temperate waters.
- While most fishermen consider cero to be an excellent food fish, they are also highly valued as a game fish.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Large mackerel with long pointed snout; important food and game fish of the eastern Atlantic coast southward to Brazil.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The cero is a large mackerel species that is widely distributed in the tropical and subtropical waters of the eastern Atlantic coast.
- Cero are known for their long pointed snouts and powerful tails, which enable them to swim at high speeds in pursuit of prey.
- In many parts of the world, cero are considered an important food fish and are targeted by commercial and recreational fisheries.
- The cero is a highly prized game fish due to its strength and fighting ability, making it a popular target for sport anglers.
- In some regions, the cero is also known as the "king mackerel" due to its large size and impressive appearance.