Arctic char

Or arctic char

noun

1. a salmonid, Salvelinus alpinus, that inhabits Arctic and subarctic lakes and streams throughout the Northern Hemisphere: considered a food delicacy.

arctic char

noun

1. a char, Salvelinus alpinus, that occurs in northern and arctic seas

Word History and Origins

Origin of arctic char¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

Laureano, for example, relies heavily on imports from Canada: “Let’s say my arctic char, my cod loins.”

From Salon

Canadian Mike Weir in 2004 featured elk, wild boar and Arctic char.

From Los Angeles Times

For more than 20 years, salmon caught outside their typical range have been recorded by subsistence harvesters who target other Arctic species, including Dolly Varden and Arctic char.

From Science Daily

Fish, a strong suit here, includes Arctic char set atop lime-zapped Swiss chard and ringed with sauces that speak to the chef’s Asian interests.

From Washington Post

Dine-in: Join Shuckers for a Thanksgiving dinner including creamy clam chowder, citrus-brined roast turkey, seared Arctic char and more.

From Seattle Times