blowfish
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for blowfish, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A fish that can inflate its body into a ball shape when threatened; also called a pufferfish.
Synonyms
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How to use blowfish
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Etymology
From "blow" plus "fish," describing the fish's ability to inflate itself.
Full origin of blowfish →Frequently asked questions
What does “blowfish” mean?
The word “blowfish” means a fish that can inflate its body into a ball shape when threatened; also called a pufferfish. In plain terms, a fish that puffs up when threatened, or a well-known encryption algorithm sharing its name.
How do you pronounce “blowfish”?
“Blowfish” is pronounced BLOH-fihsh (/ˈbloʊˌfɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “blowfish” in a sentence?
Here is “blowfish” used in a sentence: “The blowfish puffed up as soon as the diver got close.”
What is another word for “blowfish”?
Words with a similar meaning to “blowfish” include balloonfish, globefish, puffer, pufferfish, swellfish and fugu.
What part of speech is “blowfish”?
Depending on how it is used, “blowfish” can be a noun and a name.
How many meanings does “blowfish” have?
“Blowfish” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fish that can inflate its body into a ball shape when threatened; also called a pufferfish.