zebrafish

/ˈziːbrəfɪʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, freshwater fish of the genus Danio, often used in scientific research, especially in developmental biology.

“The zebrafish is a popular model organism in the study of genetics and developmental biology.”

Synonyms

  • Danio rerio
  • zebra

Antonyms

  • desert fish
  • saltwater fish