aquaculture
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wəˌkʌl noun
the cultivation of aquatic animals and plants, especially fish, shellfish, and seaweed, in natural or controlled marine or freshwater environments; underwater agriculture.
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aquaculture or aquiculture (ˈækwəˌkʌltʃə) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
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| the cultivation of freshwater and marine resources, both plant and animal, for human consumption or use | |
| aquiculture or aquiculture | |
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Aquaculture
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aquaculture (āk'wə-kŭl'chər, ä'kwə-) Pronunciation Key
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Example sentences
Many poor farmers are starting to view aquaculture as easier and cheaper than raising cattle.
Aquaculture is a growing industry in and around coral reef resources.
The lake is used mainly for fishing and aquaculture, which includes a large blue crab operation.
Agriculture includes such forms of cultivation as hydroponics and aquaculture.
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