Definition

Noun: 1. A species of anadromous fish (Oncorhynchus kisutch) native to the northern Pacific Ocean, characterized by its silver color and small to medium size compared to other Pacific salmon. It has been introduced to other water bodies, including the Great Lakes. 2. The edible flesh of this fish, valued for its fatty, pinkish meat.

Examples of Usage

• Noun (referring to the fish):
  • Anglers prize the coho salmon for its fighting spirit when hooked.
  • The coho salmon returns to its natal stream to spawn after several years at sea.
• Noun (referring to the food):
  • For dinner, we grilled a fillet of coho salmon with lemon and herbs.
  • Coho salmon is often sold fresh or frozen in supermarkets.

Advanced Usage

• "Coho" as a shortened form: The word "coho" is commonly used alone to refer to the same fish.
  • The coho run is particularly strong this year.
• In ecological/biological contexts: Used when discussing species conservation, life cycles, or fisheries management.
  • The decline in coho salmon populations has raised significant environmental concerns.

Variants and Related Words

• Coho (n): The standard abbreviated form of "coho salmon."
• Silver salmon (n): A common alternative name for the coho salmon, referring to its bright silver sides.
• Oncorhynchus kisutch (n): The scientific (Latin) name for the species.

Synonyms

• Silver salmon (n): The most direct synonym.
• Medium-red salmon (n): A less common commercial or regional name, referring to the color of its flesh.

Related Phrases

• Coho fishery (n): The industry or activity of catching coho salmon.
  • The coho fishery is regulated to ensure sustainable harvests.
• Coho run (n): The seasonal migration of coho salmon into rivers to spawn.
  • Tourists visit the river to witness the annual coho run.

Noun

1. small salmon of northern Pacific coasts and the Great Lakes
2. fatty pinkish flesh of small salmon caught in the Pacific and Great Lakes