Definition
飞鱼 is a compound noun (飞 'fly' + 鱼 'fish') that literally refers to the flying fish, a marine fish known for its ability to glide above the water. It is also used as an honorific title for champion swimmers or divers, comparing their speed and grace to the fish. The fish sense is the primary meaning; the metaphorical use appears in sports commentary and media.
n.
flying fish (a marine fish of the family Exocoetidae)honorific title for a swimming or diving champion
Examples
- ，飞鱼。Zài rèdài hǎiyù, fēi yú jīngcháng yuè chū shuǐmiàn huáxiáng.In tropical seas, flying fish often leap out of the water and glide.
- 飞鱼，。Zhè wèi yùndòngyuán bèi yù wéi shuǐ zhōng fēi yú, duōcì dǎpò shìjiè jìlù.This athlete is hailed as a flying fish in the water, having broken world records many times.
- 飞鱼。Kēxuéjiā duì fēi yú de huáxiáng nénglì jìnxíng le shēnrù yánjiū.Scientists have conducted in-depth research on the gliding ability of flying fish.
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