fishery

[ fish-uh-ree ]

noun

, plural fish·er·ies.

1. a place where fish are bred; fish hatchery.
2. a place where fish or shellfish are caught.
3. the occupation or industry of catching, processing, or selling fish or shellfish.
4. Law. the right to fish in certain waters or at certain times.

fishery

/ ˈfɪʃərɪ /

noun

1. 1. the industry of catching, processing, and selling fish
   2. a place where this is carried on
2. a place where fish are reared
3. a fishing ground
4. another word for piscary

Word History and Origins

Origin of fishery¹

First recorded in 1520–30; fish + -ery ( def )

Example Sentences

They say local tribes and numerous Californians depend on the area’s aquifers — which flow into the Fall River and beyond — for clean drinking water and renowned fisheries.

From Los Angeles Times

Small-scale fisheries play a vital role in providing food and livelihoods for millions of people around the world, particularly in low-income countries in Africa.

From Science Daily

Deforestation and flooding in Bangladesh, the collapse of Black Sea fisheries, the desertification of sub-Saharan Africa and “a nearly endless list” of other issues, he said, would drive human migration.

From Salon

There, zebra mussels and quagga mussels have thrived and caused a major decline in the yellow perch fishery.

From Los Angeles Times

“These changes are affecting ecosystems, infrastructure, agriculture, fisheries and other economic sectors. Effective adaptation will require flexible decision-making and the incorporation of technological innovation with Indigenous and local knowledge.”

From Salon

Related Words

• angling
• fishing
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