Meaning & Definition of word "Aquarium"

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    Aquarium

    /əˈkwɛəriəm/

    noun:

    • 1. A transparent tank of water for keeping fish and other aquatic animals and plants.
      • Example: The children were fascinated by the colorful fish in the large aquarium.
    • 2. A building or establishment that houses aquatic animals and plants for public display.
      • Example: We visited the aquarium to learn more about marine life and conservation.
    • 3. A receptacle for keeping live aquatic plants or animals.
      • Example: He set up a small aquarium in his living room to house tropical fish.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'aqua' meaning water, and 'arium' a suffix indicating a place.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    aquarium maintenance:

    The process of cleaning and caring for an aquarium and its inhabitants.

    home aquarium:

    A personal aquarium set up in a home for recreation.

    public aquarium:

    An aquarium operated for public education and entertainment.

    Related Words

    aquatic:

    Relating to water.

    hydrology:

    The study of water.

    ichthyology:

    The branch of zoology concerned with fishes.

    Slang Meanings of aquarium

    Meaning: Fishbowl

    Example Sentence: He lives in a fishbowl with all his tropical fish.

    Meaning: The tank

    Example Sentence: That guy's fast, he really swims like he's in the tank.