noun

parr

pah

Parr (noun) means a young salmon at the stage between hatching and heading out to sea, marked with dark side-bars. Example: “The stream was full of parr, too small yet to survive in salt water.”

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noun

A young salmon at the stage between hatching and heading out to sea, marked with dark side-bars.

"The stream was full of parr, too small yet to survive in salt water."

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In plain EnglishA young salmon, before it grows big enough to swim out to the sea.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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Word forms

parrs plural, parr plural

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Etymology

Possibly related to Middle English parren, "to enclose," referring to the bar-like markings on the fish's sides.

Origin: Middle English

Rhymes for parr

arr carr barr Farr Marr Karr Tarr starr

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Frequently asked questions

What does “parr” mean?

The word “parr” means a young salmon at the stage between hatching and heading out to sea, marked with dark side-bars. In plain terms, a young salmon, before it grows big enough to swim out to the sea.

How do you pronounce “parr”?

“Parr” is pronounced pah (/pɑː(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “parr” in a sentence?

Here is “parr” used in a sentence: “The stream was full of parr, too small yet to survive in salt water.”

What part of speech is “parr”?

“Parr” is a noun.

Where does the word “parr” come from?

The word “parr” comes from Middle English. Possibly related to Middle English parren, "to enclose," referring to the bar-like markings on the fish's sides.