What is another word for Grilse?

Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈɪls] (IPA)

Grilse refers to a young salmon that returns to freshwater after spending a year or two at sea. Other synonyms for grilse include "maiden salmon," "sea trout," and "kelt." While these terms all refer to a young salmon, each word has a slightly different connotation. Maiden salmon emphasizes the idea of the fish being young and inexperienced, while sea trout highlights the fact that the fish has spent time in the ocean. Kelt is used to describe a salmon that has returned to freshwater to spawn and has already spawned, resulting in a slightly different appearance and flavor. Regardless of the specific term used, all of these describe a tasty and prized fish.

What are the hypernyms for Grilse?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Grilse

You'll be glad to have a bit of white fish after so much Grilse and sea-trout."
"Prince Fortunatus"
William Black
So Lionel picked up her waterproof and put it over his arm; she shouldered her fishing-rod, after having reeled in the line; the handsome old gillie brought up the rear with the gaff and the slung Grilse; and thus equipped the three of them set out for the lodge-across the wide valley that was now all russet and golden under the warm light still lingering in the evening skies.
"Prince Fortunatus"
William Black
They are very fine eating, and cut red as a Grilse.
"Scotch Loch-Fishing"
AKA Black Palmer, William Senior

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