Definition

A small body of water where fish are kept or raised.

Example

The children enjoyed watching the fish swim in the fishpond.

Conversation

Have you ever been to that new fishpond down by the park?

No, I haven't checked it out yet. Is it nice?

Yeah, it's really peaceful and you can see all the fish swimming around.

That sounds lovely! We should go there this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fishpond → The word is formed from "fish" (from Old English *fisc*, meaning a creature that swims in water) and "pond" (from Old English *pund*, meaning a small body of water). A fishpond is thus a small body of water where fish are kept.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'small body of water' ('pond') where 'fish' live — that's what a fishpond is.

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