aquarium (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈkweriəm/

Definition

A transparent tank, typically made of glass or plastic, used for keeping fish and other aquatic animals and plants.

Examples

• We visited a large public aquarium with sharks, dolphins, and sea turtles.

• He built a small aquarium in his bedroom for his pet goldfish.

• The marine biology class studied the coral reef ecosystem in their classroom aquarium.

Synonyms of aquarium

Words with a similar meaning to aquarium:

• tank
• vivarium
• fish tank
• marine exhibit

Antonyms of aquarium

Words with the opposite meaning to aquarium:

• terrestrial habitat
• dry enclosure

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