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drift net

Noun

Meaning

a large fishnet supported by floats; it drifts with the current

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In 2003, the World Wildlife Fund raised concerns about the widespread drift net fishing endangering populations of dolphins, turtles, and other marine animals. Source: Internet

The UAE has additionally banned drift net fishing. Source: Internet

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