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Definition of fishpond

fishpond

/ˈfɪʃˌpɑːnd/
fish · pond
Plural:fishponds
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fishpond Lexical Profile

fishpond Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A controlled pond, artificial lake, or retention basin that is stocked with fish for aquaculture, recreational fishing, or ornamental gardening.

Example

"The botanical garden features a tranquil stone bridge arching over a traditional fishpond filled with colourful koi."

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• Nearby Words

fishnets
fishpaste
fishpole
fishpond
fishspear
fishtail
fishworm

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English fishpond, a compound of fish (from Old English fisc) and pond (a variant of pound, meaning an enclosure). Historically, medieval monasteries and manors in Europe constructed elaborate fishponds to ensure a steady supply of fresh fish for religious fasting days.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fishpond. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fishpond
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