Salmon: meaning, definitions and examples

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salmon

[ ˈsæmən ]

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type of fish

A large, predatory fish with a distinctive pink flesh, native to cold waters of the North Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Salmon are known for their migratory behavior, swimming upstream to spawn.

Synonyms

fish, seafood, trout

Examples of usage

Grilled salmon is a popular dish in many restaurants.
She ordered a smoked salmon bagel for breakfast.
The salmon population has been declining due to overfishing.

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color

A pale pinkish-orange color resembling the flesh of the salmon fish.

Synonyms

orange, peach, pink

Examples of usage

She painted her room in a lovely salmon color.
The bridesmaids wore dresses in shades of salmon.

Translations

Translations of the word "salmon" in other languages:

🇵🇹 salmão

🇮🇳 सामन

🇩🇪 Lachs

🇮🇩 salmon

🇺🇦 лосось

🇵🇱 łosoś

🇯🇵 サーモン

🇫🇷 saumon

🇪🇸 salmón

🇹🇷 somon

🇰🇷 연어

🇸🇦 سلمون

🇨🇿 losos

🇸🇰 losos

🇨🇳 三文鱼

🇸🇮 losos

🇮🇸 lax

🇰🇿 балық

🇬🇪 ორაგული

🇦🇿 qızılbalıq

🇲🇽 salmón

Word origin

The word 'salmon' comes from the Latin word 'salmo', which is believed to have originated from the Etruscan language. Salmon have been an important food source for humans for thousands of years, with evidence of salmon fishing dating back to ancient times. They are also significant in various cultures and mythologies, symbolizing wisdom, transformation, and perseverance.