trout

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/ˈtɹaʊt/
trowt
/tɹˈaʊt/
trowt

Definition

A type of freshwater fish, usually found in cool, clean rivers and lakes. Trout are often caught for food or sport.

Usage & Nuances

Primarily used as a noun for the fish species. It's both singular and plural ('one trout', 'three trout'). Used in cooking and fishing contexts. Do not confuse with 'salmon', though they are related. Sometimes used metaphorically in idioms, but these are rare.

Example Sentences

We caught a trout in the river.

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She cooked trout for dinner.

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Trout live in clean water.

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There's a great spot upstream where the trout are biting today.

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I prefer grilled trout over fried fish.

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Did you know trout can change color during spawning season?

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