What is another word for lungfish?
Pronunciation: [lˈʌŋfɪʃ] (IPA) 
The term "lungfish" is used to refer to a group of fish that are characterized by their ability to breathe air through lungs in addition to gills. Some synonyms that are synonymous with the word "lungfish" include "dipnoans," "pulmonate fish," and "aestivating fish." Dipnoans is derived from the Greek words "dipnoos," which means "double breath," and "ichthys," meaning "fish." Pulmonate fish refers to the lung-like structures that these fish possess, which enable them to breathe air. Finally, aestivating fish denotes the ability of these fish to survive in extreme drought conditions by burrowing in mud and entering a state of dormancy known as estivation. Regardless of the term used, lungfish are fascinating creatures that have captivated scientists for centuries.
