tyee

[ tahy-ee ]

noun

1. chinook salmon.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tyee¹

An Americanism dating back to 1790–1800; from Chinook Jargon: literally, “chief, boss,” from Nuu-chah-nulth (Nootka) ta·yi· “elder brother, senior”); as a name for the fish perhaps analogous with king salmon

Example Sentences

He helped assist son Troy, who was coach at Tyee High School, for a couple of years starting in 2005.

From Seattle Times

He played several sports at Evergreen High School in White Center and Tyee High School in SeaTac, including football, wrestling and track and field, but rugby was always special.

From Seattle Times

Derby said flooding from the Mad River affected Tyee City and other agricultural land in that area, along with parts of Mad River Road, or what’s locally known as the “Arcata Bottom.”

From Los Angeles Times

“I’m a member of the Young Tyee Club as a recent graduate and a season-ticket holder, so I got two tickets through UW for $145.”

From Seattle Times

“I took both my daughters to games since they were born and have had Tyee seats for 20 years,” Neville said.

From Seattle Times