ornamental carp
nounUK /ˌɔːnəˈmentl kɑːp/
US /ˌɔːrnəˈmentl kɑːrp/
A colorful fish that people keep in ponds to make them look pretty.
The garden pond is full of bright ornamental carp swimming slowly.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A domesticated variety of common carp bred for its colors and patterns rather than for food.
Breeders have developed ornamental carp in many striking colors.
3. Any carp species kept mainly for decoration in outdoor water features.
The park's lake is stocked with ornamental carp that visitors come to see.
4. A fish valued for its beauty and often sold at garden centers for ponds.
They bought three ornamental carp to add color to their new pond.