SALMON

Definition

SALMON Salmon: a large, pink fish with silver skin, often caught for its delicious, flaky meat. Derived forms: - Plural: salmons - -ing: salmoning (the act of fishing for salmon) - -ed: salmoned (having been caught or cooked) - -er: salmoner (someone who catches or sells salmon) - -est: salmonest (superlative form, the most salmon-like) - -ly: salmonly (in a

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Noun
• Word Length: 6 letters
• Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word SALMON can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like SALMON demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.