steelhead
noun
steel·head
| \ ˈstēl-ˌhed
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plural steelhead
also steelheads
Definition of steelhead
: an anadromous rainbow trout
— called also steelhead trout
Examples of steelhead in a Sentence
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Experts say sea lions in that area are exclusively preying on salmon and steelhead. — Keith Ridler, The Seattle Times, "New plan targets salmon-eating sea lions in Columbia River," 2 Sep. 2019 Gran is especially looking at the Knife River, where extensive beaver trapping has occurred since the 1990s as part of a DNR effort to keep the stream open in the name of steelhead trout. — John Myers, Twin Cities, "Damming question: Can beaver and trout coexist? ‘We don’t know yet.’," 26 Aug. 2019 In 2004, under the George W. Bush administration, federal biologists concluded in draft documents leaked to the media that delta water operations would jeopardize populations of winter-run Chinook and Central Valley steelhead. — Los Angeles Times, "A report shows Trump’s water plan would hurt California salmon. The government hid it," 21 Aug. 2019 To access riding areas, vehicles must cross Arroyo Grande Creek, a perennial stream that empties into the ocean and supports tidewater goby and steelhead trout, fish that are listed under the federal Endangered Species Act. — Rosanna Xia, latimes.com, "Coastal Commission considers fate of off-roading at Oceano Dunes," 11 July 2019 Charters are available for steelhead, sturgeon, bass and trout fishing — great for family outings. — Gerry Frank, oregonlive.com, "Make Hells Canyon your next destination: Gerry Frank’s picks," 21 July 2019 Erie, Ontario and the river that connects them harbor salmon (king and Coho), trout (brown, rainbow and lake), steelhead, smallmouth and more. — Gary Garth, USA TODAY, "Bass fishing with a fly rod? Try it – they're not just for trout anymore," 10 June 2019 Besides steaks, the menus feature prime rib, poultry and pasta dishes along with an array of seasonal dishes such as Columbia River steelhead. — Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, "After 23 years, Stanford’s restaurant shuts down in Walnut Creek," 2 July 2019 Two rods per angler will be allowed for hatchery spring chinook and steelhead in Tillamook and Nestucca bays and their major river systems beginning May 1. — Bill Monroe, OregonLive.com, "Two-rod rule announced for Tillamook, Nestucca, Willamette systems," 18 Apr. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'steelhead.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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