criniculture

/krɪnɪkʊlˈtʃɜːr/

Definitions

1. noun

the cultivation of crinoids, especially for their use in jewelry or ornaments, typically involving the harvesting of their calyxes.

“The company’s new venture in criniculture aims to create sustainable and eco-friendly jewelry options.”

Synonyms

  • crinoid farming
  • marine jewelry production

Antonyms

  • crinoid extinction
  • jewelry industry decline