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salma

n. C / U
C2 Proficiency salma

n. a type of small, flat fish that people in some parts of the world eat. It is often used in local cooking and has a silver color.

n. a species of small, silver-scaled fish belonging to the family Engraulidae. Often used as a food source in specific regional cuisines.


SIMPLE

The local market sells fresh salma every morning.

CONTEXTUAL

In many coastal communities, salma is a common ingredient used to make traditional fish stews and soups.

COMPLEX

While not as widely recognized as other herring species, salma remains a staple of the local diet, valued for its high oil content and delicate flavor when prepared simply.

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