pipefish
|pipe/fish|
B2
/ˈpaɪpˌfɪʃ/
elongated fish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pipefish' originates from the combination of 'pipe' and 'fish', where 'pipe' refers to the elongated, tubular shape of the fish's body.
Historical Evolution
'Pipefish' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its first recorded use in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any fish with a pipe-like body, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small elongated fish with a long tubular snout, related to the seahorses, found in shallow waters.
The pipefish swam gracefully through the seagrass.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/02/13 21:31