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The Fur Trade

Definition:

The fur trade refers to the historical business of buying, selling, and exchanging animal furs. It typically involves the trapping or hunting of fur-bearing animals for their valuable pelts which are then used to make various products.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

• Sense 1: The commercial activity of buying, selling, and exchanging animal furs.

Usages:

• Usage 1: The fur trade played a significant role in the economic development of various countries.
• Usage 2: Many indigenous communities relied on the fur trade as a major source of income.
• Usage 3: The decline of the fur trade was primarily caused by changing fashion trends and increased environmental concerns.

Sample Sentences:

1. The fur trade was instrumental in the exploration and colonization of North America.
2. During the peak of the fur trade, beaver pelts were highly sought after due to their desirable quality.
3. The Hudson's Bay Company was one of the largest players in the fur trade.

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