fishery

noun

fish·​ery ˈfi-shə-rē 

plural fisheries

1

: the occupation, industry, or season of taking fish or other sea animals (such as sponges, shrimp, or seals) : fishing

2

: a place for catching fish or taking other sea animals

3

: a fishing establishment

also : its fishermen

4

: the legal right to take fish at a particular place or in particular waters

5

: the technology of fishery

—usually used in plural

Examples of fishery in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Now that the MAPWaters Act has passed, groups plan to focus on the MAPOceans Act, which will compile maps and information about fisheries, wake zones, and what areas are open or closed at various times. —Christine Peterson, Outdoor Life, 18 Dec. 2025

Here, the southward flowing Oyashio current traditionally brings down cool waters and supports rich fisheries. —Chris Mooney, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025

Druckenmiller said the changes are disrupting both traditional hunting practices and commercial fisheries. —Barbara Moran, NPR, 16 Dec. 2025

As Lake Powell filled and the dam pulsed cold water from its depths all year, the river began to favor cold-water species such as non-native rainbow trout, creating a trophy sport fishery for several miles downstream. —Brandon Loomis, AZCentral.com, 15 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1534, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

fishery

noun

fish·​ery ˈfish-(ə-)rē 

plural fisheries

1

: the activity or business of fishing

2

: a place or establishment for catching fish