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salmon

salm·on

salmon

 
pronunciation:
sae mn
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part of speech: noun
inflections: salmon, salmons
definition 1: any of various edible saltwater fishes with tender, pinkish flesh that are related to trout, inhabit waters in the north, and characteristically swim up streams to spawn in fresh water.
We fished for salmon in the icy cold stream.Eating salmon regularly has been shown to have health benefits.
 
definition 2: a light pink color with a yellow or orange hue.
I think salmon would be a nice color on this wall.
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