fin
noun
a membranous, winglike or paddlelike organ attached to any of various parts of the body of fishes and certain other aquatic animals, used for propulsion, steering, or balancing.
finning
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present participleof fin.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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A global onslaught of legislation followed to limit shark catch-and-eliminate finning, widely regarded as a cruel and wasteful fishing method.
From Science Magazine ● Jan. 10, 2024
But that’s changed: A growing number of finning prohibitions in recent decades have made slicing and dumping illegal in more than 90 percent of the world’s oceans.
From National Geographic ● Jul. 17, 2023
The practice, called finning, leaves the fish unable to swim and survive.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 15, 2022
He said few in the U.S. are involved in the cruel, wasteful practice of shark finning and that the U.S.’ role as a transit hub for fins can be remedied without punishing American fishers.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 2, 2022
The sale had not long been concluded, and the little community were preparing to obey Acton's order to "Come outside," when the latter rushed into the room finning with rage.
From The Triple Alliance Its trials and triumphs by Harold Avery
