Blowfish

/ˈbloʊfɪʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of fish belonging to the family Tetraodontidae, known for its ability to inflate its body when threatened.

The blowfish is famous for its unique defense mechanism of puffing up to deter predators.

A seafood delicacy that can be toxic if not prepared correctly, often served as fugu in Japanese cuisine.

Only licensed chefs are allowed to prepare blowfish for consumption due to the risks involved.

Any fish of the family Tetraodontidae, including those that are not used for food.

The aquarium featured a variety of blowfish species, each with distinct colors and patterns.

The term 'blowfish' comes from the fish's unique ability to blow itself up as a defense mechanism.

blowfish

Refers to the fish itself or can also mean to inflate or expand the size of something.

puff up like a blowfish

To become inflated with pride or self-importance.

pufferfish

A fish that can inflate itself to evade predators.

fugu

A Japanese dish made from pufferfish, which can be poisonous.

To be excessively boastful or self-important.

He was blowing up like a blowfish at the meeting.

To increase in size or volume dramatically.

That tire blew up like a blowfish when it hit the curb.