Balloonfish: meaning, definitions and examples

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balloonfish

 

[ bəˈluːnˌfɪʃ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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

blowfish, pufferfish

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.