salmon pink

noun

1. salmon.

salmon pink

noun

1. Sometimes shortened to: salmon. 

   1. a yellowish-pink colour, sometimes with an orange tinge

   2. ( as adjective )

      a salmon-pink hat

Word History and Origins

Origin of salmon pink¹

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

The exterior walls are his signature salmon pink and the toilets are almost a century old.

From Los Angeles Times

But on this day, a salmon pink aurora was observed throughout the night, while an unusually tall, blue-dominant aurora appeared shortly before midnight.

From Science Daily

Among attendees at the Tuesday night event were many women wearing the organization’s signature salmon pink and apple green colors.

From Los Angeles Times

And the sunset — bits of clouds turned deep salmon pink and plum — did not disappoint.

From Los Angeles Times

Produced by Walt Disney’s WED Enterprises and Gemini G.E.L., a publisher of fine art limited editions, the 18-ft.-tall, salmon pink sculpture captivated crowds with periodic “dances” on the museum plaza.

From Los Angeles Times