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noun

guppy

GUH-pee

Guppy (noun) means a small, colourful freshwater fish popular in home aquariums. Example: “She added a few guppies to her new fish tank.”

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A small, colourful freshwater fish popular in home aquariums.

"She added a few guppies to her new fish tank."

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In plain EnglishA small, popular aquarium fish known for its bright colours.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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guppies plural

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Etymology

Named after biologist Robert J. L. Guppy, after whom the fish was mistakenly identified in scientific naming.

Synonyms

rainbow fish

Rhymes for guppy

puppy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “guppy” mean?

The word “guppy” means a small, colourful freshwater fish popular in home aquariums. In plain terms, a small, popular aquarium fish known for its bright colours.

How do you pronounce “guppy”?

“Guppy” is pronounced GUH-pee (/ˈɡʌpi/ in IPA).

How do you use “guppy” in a sentence?

Here is “guppy” used in a sentence: “She added a few guppies to her new fish tank.”

What part of speech is “guppy”?

“Guppy” is a noun.

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