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Definition of uaru

uaru

/uːˈɑːruː/
Plural:uarus
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uaru Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A large, laterally compressed freshwater cichlid fish native to the Amazon River basin in South America, known for its distinctive dark, wedge-shaped lateral spot as an adult and its popularity in the specialized aquarium trade.

Example

"The hobbyist carefully adjusted the water chemistry to ensure the sensitive uaru would thrive alongside other peaceful Amazonian species."

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• Rhymes for uaru

• Nearby Words

tzatziki
uae
uakari
uaru
uatuma
ubangi
ube

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the indigenous Amazonian (likely Tupi or Nheengatu) common name for the fish.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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