Balloonfish: meaning, definitions and examples
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balloonfish
[ bəˈluːnˌfɪʃ ]
sea creature
A balloonfish is a type of fish that belongs to the family Diodontidae. It is known for its ability to inflate its body like a balloon when threatened, making it difficult for predators to swallow. Balloonfish are typically found in tropical and subtropical waters.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The balloonfish puffed up when it sensed danger approaching.
- Balloonfish are also known as pufferfish or blowfish.
Translations
Translations of the word "balloonfish" in other languages:
🇵🇹 peixe-balão
🇮🇳 गुब्बारा मछली
🇩🇪 Kugelfisch
🇮🇩 ikan buntal
🇺🇦 риба-куля
🇵🇱 ryba rozdymka
🇯🇵 フグ
🇫🇷 poisson-ballon
🇪🇸 pez globo
🇹🇷 balon balığı
🇰🇷 복어
🇸🇦 سمكة البالون
🇨🇿 nafukovací ryba
🇸🇰 nafukovacia ryba
🇨🇳 河豚鱼
🇸🇮 napihljiva riba
🇮🇸 blöðrufiskur
🇰🇿 шар балық
🇬🇪 შუშის თევზი
🇦🇿 şar balığı
🇲🇽 pez globo
Word origin
The term 'balloonfish' originated from the fish's unique ability to inflate itself like a balloon. The word 'balloon' refers to the fish's ability to puff up, while 'fish' indicates its classification as a marine creature. The name has been in use for centuries to describe this fascinating sea creature.
See also: balloon.