B1nounfoodnature
US/ˈsæm.ən/
UK/ˈsæm.ən/
a large silver fish that lives in the sea and swims up rivers to lay eggs; also its pink meat
In context
We had grilled salmon with rice and vegetables for dinner.
Wild salmon swim up the river every fall to lay their eggs.
Farmed salmon is cheaper than wild salmon in most stores.
Words that go with salmon
adjective + noun
- smoked salmonShe ordered a smoked salmon sandwich.
- wild salmonWild salmon is more expensive than farmed fish.
- grilled salmonThe menu includes grilled salmon with lemon.
- farmed salmonFarmed salmon is raised in large sea cages.
noun + noun
- salmon filletCook the salmon fillet for ten minutes.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
three salmonsCorrect: three salmon