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aquaculture

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //ˈækwəˌkəɫtʃɝ// UK //ˈækwɐkˌʌltʃɐ// aqua·cul·ture

n. the practice of farming fish, shellfish, or water plants for food. It is like farming on land, but it happens in tanks or in the ocean.

n. the cultivation of aquatic organisms, such as fish, crustaceans, molluscs, and aquatic plants, under controlled conditions. Often contrasted with commercial fishing, which involves harvesting wild stocks.


SIMPLE

The local aquaculture farm produces thousands of salmon every year.

CONTEXTUAL

As wild fish populations decline, aquaculture provides a sustainable way to meet the global demand for seafood.

COMPLEX

Advancements in offshore aquaculture have allowed for the placement of large-scale cages in deeper waters, where stronger currents help disperse waste and improve water quality for the stock.

Origin

From aqua- + culture.

Usage

Uncountable in its general sense; can be used as a modifier in compound nouns like 'aquaculture industry'.

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