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Definition of finning

finning

/ˈfɪn.ɪŋ/
fin · ning
Plural:finnings
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finning Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The practice of cutting off the fins of a caught shark and returning the remaining body to the ocean, often while the animal is still alive.

Example

"International marine conservation treaties have increasingly banned finning to protect vulnerable shark populations."

2

The act or technique of propelling oneself through the water using swimfins.

Example

"The scuba instructor spent the first session teaching the beginners proper finning techniques to conserve energy underwater."

• Rhymes for finning

• Nearby Words

finn
finna
finned
finning
fintech
fir
fire

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