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salmon

salmon / salmon
Noun
pl: salmon

This term refers to a specific species of anadromous fish known for its migratory life cycle between saltwater and freshwater. In a culinary context, it is prized for its distinct fatty texture and vibrant flesh. When used as a color descriptor, it denotes a specific warm, muted shade between pink and orange. This usage functions both as a noun for the color itself and as an adjective to describe an object's appearance.

Meanings

Nounsalmon

A large fish with pinkish-orange flesh that lives in the sea but swims up rivers to spawn.

"The river is full of salmon during the autumn run."

Nounsalmon

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

"She chose a salmon dress for the garden party."

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