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Definition of apistogramma

apistogramma

/ˌæp.ɪ.stoʊˈɡræm.ə/
a · pis · to · gram · ma
Plural:apistogrammas
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apistogramma Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any of a genus of small, brightly colored freshwater cichlid fishes native to the tropical and subtropical river basins of South America, widely kept in the aquarium hobby as dwarf cichlids.

Example

"The aquarium enthusiast carefully adjusted the water chemistry to create the perfect Amazonian habitat for their new apistogramma."

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• Rhymes for apistogramma

• Nearby Words

aphelandra
aphid
apia
apistogramma
apo
apoplex
appalachians

Word Origin & Etymology

From Greek 'apistos' (uncertain, unreliable) and 'gramma' (line), referring to the fish's variably developed or incomplete lateral line.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Apistogramma. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/apistogramma
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