koi
nounUK /kɔɪ/
US /kɔɪ/
A koi is a big, colorful fish that people keep in garden ponds.
The orange and white koi swam slowly around the pond.
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2. A type of large carp bred in Japan for its bright colors and patterns.
Koi breeding has been a tradition in Japan for centuries.
3. A symbol of luck, love, and perseverance in Japanese culture.
The koi tattoo represents good fortune and strength.
4. Short for koi fish, often used to describe the decorative varieties kept as pets.
We fed the koi at the temple garden.