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fishpond

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[fish-pond] / ˈfɪʃˌpɒnd /

noun

  1. a small pond containing fish, often one in which edible fish are raised for commercial purposes, as for stocking lakes and streams or wholesaling.


Etymology

Origin of fishpond

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; see origin at fish, pond

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The area hosts an ancient Hawaiian fishpond being restored by community groups.

From Seattle Times Dec. 1, 2023

When Lahaina burned last week, the former fishpond had long been buried under a baseball field and parking lot.

From Salon Aug. 18, 2023

The sun casts shadows of palms on the fishpond as more club members arrive in their boots and hats.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 4, 2022

The 125-acre fishpond is a form of sustainable fishery management, which dates back 800 years.

From New York Times Jan. 17, 2020

He wanted to build a fishpond, like the one he saw on YouTube.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

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