Definition of aquarium
aquariums
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\-ē-ə\1 : a container (such as a glass tank) or an artificial pond in which living aquatic animals or plants are kept
2 : an establishment where aquatic organisms are kept and exhibited
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Origin and Etymology of aquarium
probably alteration of aquatic vivarium
First Known Use: circa 1847
AQUARIUM Defined for English Language Learners
aquarium
playDefinition of aquarium for English Language Learners
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: a glass or plastic container in which fish and other water animals and plants can live
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: a building people can visit to see water animals and plants
AQUARIUM Defined for Kids
aquarium
playDefinition of aquarium for Students
1 : a container (as a tank or bowl) in which fish and other water animals and plants can live
2 : a building in which water animals or water plants are exhibited
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