tropicalfish
nounUK /ˈtrɒpɪkəl fɪʃ/
US /ˈtrɑːpɪkəl fɪʃ/
A tropical fish is a colorful fish that lives in warm water.
We saw a bright yellow tropical fish swimming near the coral reef.
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2. A fish kept in a home aquarium because of its bright colors.
He feeds his tropical fish every morning before school.
3. Any of many fish species native to warm seas or rivers near the equator.
Scientists discovered a new tropical fish in the Amazon River.
4. A colorful fish sold in pet stores for indoor tanks.
The pet store has a whole wall of tropical fish.