Meaning of the word smolt in English

What does smolt mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

smolt

US /smolt/
UK /sməʊlt/

Noun

a young salmon or trout that is undergoing physiological changes to adapt to saltwater, typically migrating to the sea after this transformation

Example:
The young salmon, now a smolt, is ready to migrate to the ocean.
Fish farms often raise smolts before releasing them into natural waters.