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Fishery

Description:

A fishery refers to a place, industry, or activity associated with catching, farming, or breeding fish for various purposes, such as consumption, commercial sale, or scientific research.

Senses and Usages:

Noun

1. A place where fish are caught, raised, or harvested for commercial purposes.

Example sentence: The local fishery provides fresh seafood to the nearby restaurants.

2. An industry involved in the commercial production and trade of fish and other aquatic organisms.

Example sentence: The fishing industry relies heavily on sustainable fishery practices to prevent overfishing.

3. The occupation or activity of catching, trapping, or farming fish.

Example sentence: His family has been in the fishery business for generations.

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