Meaning
A large grouper (Mycteroperca bonaci) of Florida and the Caribbean. Grey, with an oblong, laterally compressed body, it is a food fish.
Etymology
Origin: Spanish
Said to be from Spanish bonasí.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
aguajiblack grouperblack rockfishmarbled rockfish
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2025, 2026.