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Meaning of FISHERY

Pronunciation:  'fishuree

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  a workplace where fish are caught and processed and sold
 

FISHERY is a 7 letter word that starts with F.

 

 Synonyms: piscary
 
 See Also: pearl fishery, work, workplace

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Fish"er*y\, n.; pl. {Fisheries}.
1. The business or practice of catching fish; fishing.
   --Addison.

2. A place for catching fish.

3. (Law) The right to take fish at a certain place, or in
   particular waters. --Abbott.

 

 

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