1. plural of keta; a type of salmon (Oncorhynchus keta) found in the North Pacific, also called chum salmon or dog salmon.
Usage: chiefly used in commercial fishing and culinary contexts; the singular form is 'keta'

Examples

• The fishery landed several tons of ketas this season.
• Ketas are prized for their roe, which is used in sushi.
• The ketas migrate upstream to spawn in autumn.
• Commercial processors often freeze ketas for export.
• Ketas have a distinctive coloration during spawning season.