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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pufferfish

/ˈpʌfərˌfɪʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does pufferfish mean?

noun

A marine fish that can inflate its body with air or water when threatened, often brightly colored and found in tropical waters.

Example

"The scuba diver carefully avoided the pufferfish, knowing its ability to inflate its body could cause serious injury."

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