blowfish

Definition

Any species of fish of the family Tetraodontidae that have the ability to inflate themselves to a globe several times their normal size by swallowing water or air when threatened.

Etymology

From blow + fish.

Example Sentences

• "Where the waves wish-wash, and the foghorn blows, And the blowfish nibble at your toes - oes - oes, The blowfish nibble at your toes."
• "Fugu, the blowfish or globefish, offers taste, health and adventure in every bite."