noun
- Plural of kelt: a salmon or sea trout that has spawned and is in a weakened condition.
Usage: chiefly British and Scottish; ichthyology
Examples
- The river was full of kelts after the spawning season.
- Fishermen often release kelts back into the water to recover.
- Kelts are distinguishable by their thin bodies and faded coloring.
- The conservation program aims to protect kelts during their vulnerable period.