1. of, relating to, or belonging to the family Cyprinidae, which includes carp, minnows, and similar freshwater fishes
Usage: technical; ichthyology

1. a fish of the family Cyprinidae; a member of the carp family
Usage: technical; ichthyology

Examples

• The goldfish is a cyprinoid species commonly kept in home aquariums.
• Cyprinoid fishes are found in freshwater habitats across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
• Many cyprinoids, such as carp and minnows, are important food sources in various cultures.
• The study examined cyprinoid diversity in the river ecosystem.
• Cyprinoids are characterized by their pharyngeal teeth and lack of teeth in the mouth.
• Aquarium enthusiasts often keep various cyprinoid species together in the same tank.