Hatchery: meaning, definitions and examples

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hatchery

 

[ หˆhรฆสงษ™ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

aquaculture facility

A hatchery is a facility where eggs are hatched under artificial conditions, usually for the purpose of producing fish, shellfish, or other aquatic organisms. These establishments play a crucial role in aquaculture, allowing for the controlled breeding of species that are commercially important. Hatcheries also contribute to the conservation of endangered species by breeding them in a safe environment. The production of juveniles in hatcheries can help replenish wild populations that have been depleted through overfishing or habitat loss.

Synonyms

breeding facility, fry pond, incubation center

Examples of usage

  • The fish hatchery released thousands of young salmon into the river.
  • Consumers are encouraged to buy seafood from sustainable hatcheries.
  • The hatchery specializes in breeding rare species of clam.

Translations

Translations of the word "hatchery" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น incubadora

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค‚เคกเคพ เคญเฅ‡เคฆเคจ เค•เฅ‡เค‚เคฆเฅเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Brutstรคtte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penetasan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะฝะบัƒะฑะฐั‚ะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wylฤ™garnia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใตๅŒ–ๅ ด

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉcloserie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ incubadora

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yumurta hatching

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€ํ™”์žฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุฑุฎ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lรญheลˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lรญheลˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅญตๅŒ–ๅœบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ inkubator

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eggja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะธะฝะบัƒะฑะฐั‚ะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒœแƒ™แƒฃแƒ‘แƒแƒขแƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ inkubator

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ incubadora

Etymology

The term 'hatchery' originates from the late Middle English word 'hatchen,' which means to hatch or to bear young. The suffix '-ery' indicates a place associated with a specific activity or state. The concept of artificial hatching dates back thousands of years, with ancient civilizations utilizing various methods to hatch and rear fish and poultry. As aquaculture practices evolved, the term began to encompass a broader range of breeding facilities focused not only on fishes but also on other aquatic organisms. Today, hatcheries play a vital role in both commercial aquaculture and conservation efforts, reflecting the ongoing relationship between humans and their aquatic environments.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,396, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.