Meaning & Definition of word "Aquarium"

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.