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Tetraodon

Tetraodon

9.9
A small pufferfish often kept in fresh or slightly salty aquariums
  • noun
  • /ˈtɛtrəˌoʊdɒn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Tetraodon
  • Many hobbyists enjoy keeping Tetraodon species because of their interesting behavior.

Examples

  • A single Tetraodon can be the highlight of a well-maintained freshwater tank.

  • Many aquarists prefer the Tetraodon for its unique appearance.

  • The aquarium featured a rare Tetraodon that fascinated visitors with its unique shape.

  • The Tetraodon is a fascinating fish to keep in an aquarium.

  • The aquarium featured a rare Tetraodon that fascinated visitors with its unique shape.

  • A single Tetraodon can be the highlight of a well-maintained freshwater tank.

  • Many hobbyists enjoy keeping Tetraodon species because of their interesting behavior.

Surface Forms

Tetraodon singular
Tetraodons plural

Morphology

Tetraodon = tetra + odon

The word is a scientific genus name built from Greek combining elements; this etymological composition is not a productive or transparently interpretable English derivation for an average B1 learner.

Etymology

Tetraodon comes from Greek parts tetra- meaning 'four' and -odon meaning 'tooth'. Many of these pufferfish have a beak made from four joined teeth, so the name helps you remember them as the 'four-toothed' fish.