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aquaculture

 

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Noun aquaculture has 1 sense
  1. aquaculture - rearing aquatic animals or cultivating aquatic plants for food
    --1 is a kind of
    cultivation

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Aquaculture

Definition:

Aquaculture refers to the farming of aquatic organisms, such as fish, shellfish, and plants, in controlled environments, primarily for commercial purposes.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: The practice of aquaculture has seen significant growth in recent years.

Senses:

  1. Commercial Aquaculture:

    Aquaculture is a vital industry worldwide, meeting the increasing demand for seafood.

    Example sentence: The commercial aquaculture of salmon has become a lucrative business.

  2. Research Aquaculture:

    Aquaculture is also employed for research purposes, studying the behavior and growth patterns of different aquatic species.

    Example sentence: The university established a research aquaculture center to study the effects of pollution on marine organisms.

  3. Sustainable Aquaculture:

    Sustainable aquaculture aims to minimize environmental impact while producing seafood in a responsible manner.

    Example sentence: The adoption of sustainable aquaculture practices has led to the restoration of local marine ecosystems.

  4. Local Aquaculture:

    In certain areas, local communities engage in aquaculture to ensure the availability of fresh seafood and boost the local economy.

    Example sentence: The coastal village's local aquaculture project helped create jobs for the residents.

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