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fishery

/ˈfɪʃəri/ noun · British & US
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What does fishery mean?

noun

A place where fish are caught or cultivated, especially one that is operated commercially. A fishery may also refer to the business of catching or cultivating fish.

Example

"The local fishery was struggling due to overfishing in the area."

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