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Aquarium

UK //əˈkwɛə.ri.əm// US //əˈkwɛr.i.əm// Pronunciation

Definition

A tank or building where aquatic animals and plants are kept for display and study.

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In simple words: A place where fish and water animals are kept in tanks.

Examples

• The kids loved watching the sharks at the aquarium.
• We visited the new aquarium downtown and saw a lot of exotic fish.
• She set up an aquarium in her living room to keep tropical fish.
• At the aquarium, we learned about the different species of turtles.
• The aquarium's research helps conserve endangered marine life.

Usage notes

Typically used in informal and formal contexts; appropriate when discussing marine life, education, or recreational activities.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'aqua' (water) + 'arium' (place) – a place for water life.

Collocations

• visit an aquarium
• aquarium exhibit
• aquarium tank

Synonyms

• fish tank
• marine habitat
• underwater display

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'oceanarium', which is larger and focuses on marine mammals.
• Incorrectly spelled as 'aquariam'.
• Used in plural form ('aquariums') when referring to one.