Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gup

Noun
/ɡʌp/
Definition
A term often used to describe a young fish, particularly in the context of aquaculture or aquarium keeping.
Examples
  • The aquarium was filled with vibrant gups swimming around.
  • After a few weeks, the gups will grow larger and more colorful.
  • The gup is an essential stage in the life cycle of many fish species.
Meaning
Typically refers to baby fish or fry of some species, especially guppies.
Synonyms
  • Fry
  • Juvenile fish