Meaning of the word overfishing in English
What does overfishing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
overfishing
US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˌəʊ.vəˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/
Noun
the action of catching too many fish from an area of the sea, a lake, or a river, so that there are not many fish left
Example:
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Overfishing has led to a severe decline in fish populations.
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Many marine ecosystems are threatened by overfishing.
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