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Synonyms
Etymology
1. bycatch
noun. unwanted marine creatures that are caught in the nets while fishing for another species.
Etymology
- by- (English)
- by (Middle English (1100-1500))
- catch (English)
- cacchen (Middle English (1100-1500))
Sentences with bycatch
1. Noun, singular or mass
This can create problems of bycatch, population decreases and a knock-on effect for other species in ocean ecosystems that depend on small fish to eat.
2. Verb, base form
List your research clearly on your project board, along with ways you think bycatch can be further reduced.
