Definition

A type of fish that lives in the sea and can also swim into fresh water to lay its eggs. It belongs to the genus Cynoscion and is often known for its good taste.

Example

We caught a large seatrout while fishing near the coast.

Conversation

Have you ever tried fishing for seatrout before?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they're really fun to catch.

Yeah, they put up a good fight when you're reeling them in.

I should definitely give it a shot next time I'm at the coast!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seatrout is formed from "sea" (from Old English "sǣ", meaning the ocean or large body of saltwater) and "trout" (from Old English "truht", meaning a type of fish). The word "seatrout" refers to a type of trout that lives in the sea or saltwater environments.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'sea' as the habitat where this fish lives, combined with 'trout', which is a specific type of fish. This helps you remember that seatrout is a fish found in the sea.

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