Chum Salmon (Noun)
Meaning
A large Pacific salmon with small spots on its back; an important food fish.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Chum salmon are known to migrate thousands of miles each year to reach their spawning grounds.
- The local fishermen were excited to hear that the chum salmon were running early this season.
- The chum salmon was grilled to perfection and served with a side of lemon and herbs.
- Chum salmon are found throughout the Pacific Ocean and are an important commercial fish species.
- The scientist studied the migration patterns of the chum salmon to better understand their life cycle.