fishway

/ˈfɪʃweɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A passageway or structure in a dam or other barrier that allows fish to swim upstream or downstream, typically by means of a series of pools and chutes.

“The fishway built in the dam was a vital part of the conservation effort to protect the local salmon population.”

Synonyms

  • fish ladder
  • fish passage

Antonyms

  • dam
  • fish barrier