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Definition of aquaculture

aquaculture

/ˈæk.wəˌkʌl.tʃɚ/
aq · ua · cul · ture
Adjective:aquacultural
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aquaculture Lexical Profile

aquaculture Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The breeding, rearing, and harvesting of aquatic organisms—including fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and aquatic plants—under controlled conditions in marine or freshwater environments.

Example

"Sustainable aquaculture has become increasingly vital for meeting global seafood demand without depleting wild ocean stocks."

Synonyms
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• Nearby Words

apurean
apurimac
aqua
aquaculture
aquaerobics
aquafarming
aqualung

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century on the pattern of 'agriculture', combining the Latin root 'aqua' (water) with 'culture' (cultivation).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Aquaculture. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/aquaculture
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