fishing ground

noun

1. a part of a body of water where the fishing is usually good.

fishing ground

noun

1. an area of water that is good for fishing

Word History and Origins

Origin of fishing ground¹

First recorded in 1635–45

Example Sentences

Joel says he was then taken straight to the fishing ground to start working.

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Tensions around those waters have recently flared up after the Philippines said it removed a 300-metre ball-buoy barrier installed by China's coastguard near the Scarborough Shoal, a prime fishing ground and one of Asia's most contested maritime features.

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It ruled China's blockade of the shoal violated international law and said the area was a traditional fishing ground for several countries.

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The South China Sea is a rich fishing ground that is believed to hold vast oil and gas reserves.

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The sea is a rich fishing ground that is believed to hold vast oil and gas reserves.

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