fishery

/ˈfɪʃəri/

Definitions

1. noun

A place where fish are caught, bred, or processed.

“The fishery was shut down due to overfishing in the area.”

2. noun

The business of catching or cultivating fish for food or other products.

“The family has been running a fishery for generations.”

3. noun

A group of fish, especially one that is being caught or fished for.

“The fishery was filled with schools of small fish.”

4. verb

To catch or cultivate fish for food or other products.

“The fishermen will fishery the waters for the next few days.”

Synonyms

  • fish farm
  • fish trap
  • fishing industry

Antonyms

  • barren land
  • desert