Definition

1. Noun:
   • A taxonomic family of ray-finned fish: "Family Salmonidae" is the scientific name for a biological family that includes salmon, trout, chars, freshwater whitefishes, and graylings. These are typically cold-water fish, many of which are anadromous (migrating from the sea to freshwater to spawn).

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Atlantic salmon belongs to the family Salmonidae.
  • Conservation efforts are crucial for many species within the family Salmonidae.

Advanced Usage

• In scientific/biological context: Used precisely to classify a group of organisms within the order Salmoniformes.
  • The phylogenetic study focused on the evolutionary history of the family Salmonidae.

Variants and Related Words

• Salmonid (n. & adj.): A member of the family Salmonidae; relating to this family.
  • Salmonid fisheries are economically important.
• Salmon (n.): A common name for several species within this family.
• Trout (n.): A common name for several species within this family.

Synonyms

• Salmonid family: A less formal synonym.
• Salmon and trout: A common descriptive phrase for the family's most well-known members.

Noun

1. salmon and trout