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Definition of fishery

fishery

/ˈfɪʃ.ər.i/
fish · er · y
Plural:fisheries
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fishery Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A place where fish or other aquatic animals are caught, bred, or cultivated for commercial purposes.

Example

"The coastal town relies heavily on its local salmon fishery for economic survival."

2

The commercial industry or occupation of catching, processing, or selling fish and shellfish.

Example

"Strict environmental regulations were introduced to ensure the long-term sustainability of the cod fishery."

3

The legal right to take fish at a certain place or in particular waters.

Example

"The indigenous community successfully defended its historic treaty right of fishery in the river basin."

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• Nearby Words

fisherfolk
fisherman
fisherwoman
fishery
fisheye
fishfinger
fishhawk

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 17th century, formed from the Old English noun 'fisc' (fish) combined with the suffix '-ery', denoting a place, occupation, or trade.

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