Meaning of the word overfish in English
What does overfish mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
overfish
US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈfɪʃ/
UK /ˌəʊ.vəˈfɪʃ/
Verb
to catch too many fish in an area, so that there are not enough fish left to maintain a healthy population
Example:
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If we continue to overfish the oceans, many species will become extinct.
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The lake has been overfished for years, and now there are very few trout left.