Atlantic salmon

noun

1. a valuable food and game fish, Salmo salar, mainly of northern coastal Atlantic waters or, when spawning, in freshwater streams that are tributaries to the ocean.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Atlantic salmon¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

For instance, there is only one species that can be sold under the name salmon: Atlantic salmon.

From Salon

A 50p with an Atlantic salmon on one side and the King’s portrait on the other is the rarest such coin in circulation, says the Royal Mint.

From BBC

A new genetic study found that heavy fishing in the early part of the fishing season may result in younger and smaller Atlantic salmon.

From Science Daily

Most wild 'feed' fish met dietary nutrient recommendations at smaller portion sizes than farmed Atlantic salmon, including omega-3 fatty acids which are known to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke.

From Science Daily

In line with wider monitoring, Atlantic salmon numbers in the Ness catchment have been in significant decline for decades.

From BBC