spawning
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The act of producing and releasing eggs, especially by fish or other aquatic animals.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Salmon travel far upstream each year for _____ before most of them die."
Answer: spawning
In your own words, what does "spawning" mean?
The act of producing and releasing eggs, especially by fish or other aquatic animals.
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