crevalle jack: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Low-FrequencyTechnical/Specialist (Ichthyology, Sport Fishing)
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What does “crevalle jack” mean?
A large marine fish of the jack family (Caranx hippos), found in warm Atlantic waters.
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Meaning and Definition
A large marine fish of the jack family (Caranx hippos), found in warm Atlantic waters.
A game fish known for its strong fighting ability when hooked and its importance in both recreational fishing and, to a lesser extent, commercial fisheries.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Term is used but not common in general British English; more likely to be encountered in American English due to its Atlantic coastal habitat. British anglers might use the term or refer to similar species simply as "jack" or "trevally".
Connotations
Primarily a specialist/technical term. Connotes sport fishing and marine biology.
Frequency
Very low in everyday speech in both dialects. Higher frequency in specific coastal regions of the US (e.g., Florida, Gulf Coast).
Grammar
How to Use “crevalle jack” in a Sentence
The angler caught a [crevalle jack].We were fishing for [crevalle jack].Vocabulary
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Academic
Used in marine biology and ichthyology texts to classify and describe the species Caranx hippos.
Everyday
Rare. Might be used by recreational anglers discussing their catch.
Technical
Standard term in fisheries science, sport fishing guides, and marine ecology.
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Synonyms of “crevalle jack”
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Common Mistakes When Using “crevalle jack”
- Misspelling as 'crevally jack', 'crevalle jacke'.
- Using it as a common noun without 'the' (e.g., 'I caught crevalle jack').
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
It is edible but not considered a top-tier food fish due to its dark, oily flesh; it is more valued as a game fish.
Primarily in warm Atlantic waters, including the western Atlantic from Nova Scotia to Uruguay, and the eastern Atlantic from Portugal to Angola.
In ichthyology, 'jack' is a common name for many fish in the Carangidae family, which includes pompanos, trevallies, and scads.
They can grow up to 124 cm (49 inches) in length and weigh up to 32 kg (70 lbs), though typical catches are smaller.
A large marine fish of the jack family (Caranx hippos), found in warm Atlantic waters.
Crevalle jack is usually technical/specialist (ichthyology, sport fishing) in register.
Crevalle jack: in British English it is pronounced /krɪˌvæli ˈdʒæk/, and in American English it is pronounced /krəˌvæli ˈdʒæk/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'CRew on a yacH ALL fighting a JACK fish' -> CREV-ALLE-JACK.
Practice
Quiz
What is a 'crevalle jack'?