Meaning of the word whaling in English

What does whaling mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

whaling

US /ˈweɪ.lɪŋ/
UK /ˈweɪ.lɪŋ/

Noun

the activity of hunting whales

Example:
Commercial whaling was banned in 1986.
The history of whaling is long and controversial.