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Definition of reedfish

reedfish

/ˈriːd.fɪʃ/
reed · fish
Plural:reedfish
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reedfish Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A slender, eel-like freshwater fish native to slow-moving rivers in West Africa, noted for its ability to breathe atmospheric oxygen and commonly kept in aquariums.

Example

"The aquarium enthusiast set up a densely planted tank with plenty of hiding spots for their new reedfish."

Synonyms
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• Nearby Words

reed
reed snake
reedbuck
reedfish
reedling
reedmace
reel

Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'reed' and 'fish', named for its slender, cylindrical body shape resembling a reed and its natural habitat of hiding among aquatic vegetation.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Reedfish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 22, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/reedfish
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