I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
Etymology: gold (I) + fish
1.
a. : a small usually golden yellow or orange cyprinid fish ( Carassius auratus ) that is native to China, closely related to the common carp, and much used as an aquarium and pond fish
b. : garibaldi
2. slang : canned salmon
II. adjective
: resembling that of a goldfish ; specifically : exposed to public view
patiently endured this goldfish life — Time