cutthroat trout

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Definition of cutthroat trout in English English dictionary

A large trout (Salmo clarkii) found in western North American waters that resembles the rainbow trout and is distinguished by red or orange markings on the lower jaw. Black-spotted game fish (Salmo clarki) of the salmon family, found in western North America. The cutthroat trout is named for the bright red streak beneath its lower jaw. Considered a good table fish, it strikes at flies, baits, and lures. It reaches a weight of 4 lb (1.8 kg). Many cutthroat trout that live in rivers migrate to sea. Like oceanic forms of other trout species, these fish are called sea trout and may not reenter freshwater for several years

Hyphenation

cut·throat trout

Turkish pronunciation

kʌtthrōt traut

Pronunciation

/ˈkətˌᴛʜrōt ˈtrout/ /ˈkʌtˌθroʊt ˈtraʊt/