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fishery

Pronunciation: [ˈfɪʃəri]

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Learn how to use fishery in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “industry”

(noun) a place where fish are caught and harvested. This can also refer to the business of catching and selling fish. Think of it like a farm, but for fish.

Example

The fishery provides fresh seafood to our local market every week.

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The fishery closed down because of overfishing and sustainability issues.

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How many fish does the fishery catch in a season?

Context: “environment”

(noun) a specific area in a body of water that is rich in fish and supports their populations. It’s like a special home for fish where they can live and grow.

Example

The new fishing regulations help protect the fishery and the species that live there.

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Many fisheries are threatened by pollution and climate change.

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What measures are being taken to preserve the fishery?

Context: “law”

(noun) a legal term that refers to the rights and regulations governing how fish are harvested in a certain area. This is important to keep fish populations healthy.

Example

The new laws improve the management of the fishery to ensure sustainability.

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Without proper regulation, there can be chaos in the fishery leading to depletion of fish stocks.

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What are the main laws that affect the fishery in our region?

How to pronounce fishery

Pronunciation: [ˈfɪʃəri]

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