Meaning of the word aquarium in English

What does aquarium mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

aquarium

US /əˈkwer.i.əm/

UK /əˈkweə.ri.əm/

a transparent tank of water in which fish and other water animals and plants are kept

Example:

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The children loved watching the colorful fish in the aquarium.

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He bought a new aquarium for his tropical fish.

Synonym:

fish tank fishbowl

a building containing tanks of live fish and other aquatic animals and plants, often for public display

Example:

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We visited the large public aquarium during our vacation.

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The new city aquarium features a massive shark tank.

Synonym:

oceanarium marine park