Noun
/ˈɛlɪfənt trʌŋk fɪʃ/
The term "elephant-trunkfish" refers to a species of fish known scientifically as Cantorinus gibbosus. It is recognized for its distinctive elongated body and a snout that resembles an elephant's trunk. This fish is generally found in shallow waters of the Indo-Pacific region. The phrase "elephant-trunkfish" is primarily used in written contexts, particularly in scientific literature and ichthyological studies, but it may occasionally appear in educational or aquarium-related discussions.
The term is relatively specialized and is not commonly used in everyday conversation, which contributes to its lower frequency of use compared to more general terms.
The elephant-trunkfish can often be found hiding among the corals of the reef.
(Фламинго часто обнаруживается, прячущийся среди кораллов рифа.)
Researchers have observed the elephant-trunkfish using its trunk-like snout to forage for food.
(Исследователи наблюдали, как слоновий рыба использует свой нос, похожий на хобот, для поиска пищи.)
In aquariums, the elephant-trunkfish is known for its unique appearance and interesting behavior.
(В аквариумах слоновий рыба известна своим уникальным внешним видом и интересным поведением.)
While "elephant-trunkfish" itself is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions, references to "elephant" significantly appear in English idioms. Here are a few notable expressions:
Elephant in the room
Used to describe an obvious problem or issue that is being ignored.
(В комнате стоит слон - это очевидная проблема, о которой все молчат.)
White elephant
Refers to a possession that is expensive to maintain but has little value.
(Белый слон - это имущество, которое дорого содержать, но мало что стоит.)
The elephants are in the same room
Referring to people sharing the same obvious problem or situation.
(Слоны в одной комнате - это значит, что у всех одна и та же проблема.)
We need to address the elephant in the room before we move on to the new agenda.
(Нам нужно решить вопрос со слоном в комнате прежде чем переходить к новой повестке.)
Keeping the white elephant was financially draining for the entire community.
(Сохранение белого слона было финансовым бременем для всего сообщества.)
The term "elephant-trunkfish" derives from its unique physical characteristic — the elongated snout resembling an elephant's trunk. The "elephant" component is taken from the animal's name, while "trunk" references the extended shape of the fish’s snout, and "fish" denotes its classification.