Fisheries
9 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Places where fish are reared commercially or areas of the sea where fishing is carried out as an industry. Fisheries encompass both fish farming and catching operations.
“Sustainable management of fisheries is crucial for protecting marine ecosystems.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
fish·er·ies
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Synonyms
fish farmshatcheriesfishing groundsaquaculture
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Four I's and three E's; -ERIES ending is distinctive
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Scrabble
Worth 15 points; F (4pts) and H (4pts) combine for decent score
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