"Purse-seiner" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

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"Purse-seiner" Meaning

A purse-seiner is a type of fishing vessel used in commercial fishing, particularly for catching schooling fish such as tuna, mackerel, and sardines.

The purse-seiner's net is a large, cone-shaped enclosure that is lowered into the water and surrounds the school of fish. The net has a opening at the top, known as the "cod end" or "bammel net", which is narrowed down to the required size to catch the fish. Once the net is closed, the purse-seiner's crew 승-then distinct procedures are followed to fill the net with fish, remove the fish from the net, sort the catch, and transport them to port for processing.

"Purse-seiner" Examples

Purse seiner

A purse seiner is a type of fishing vessel specialized in catching purse seine nets which are a type of fishing net used to catch fish and other marine creatures.

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1. The purse seiner was able to catch a large school of herring in the early morning hours of the calm sea.

2. We should know when to set or haul the purse seine net during the ocean trip.

3. The crew of the purse seiner began pulling in the large fishing net, covered in a variety of species of fish.

4. The long narrow shape of the purse seiner allows it to be used to hunt a variety of fish species.

5. Much of the fish caught with purse seines are exported to Japan for sushi consumption.

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Rich in or resembling purple.

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To make a low continuous sound, like a cat. This sound is like a gentle humming or rumbling noise.

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Pursed-seined refers to a type of fishing net used for catching fish. It is a cone-shaped net that is designed to be pulled through the water to encircle and trap fish. The net has a weighted lead line at the bottom and a smaller float at the top, and is typically used for catching large predatory fish such as tuna, mackerel, and sharks. When the net is pulled through the water, it can be pursed (pulled tight) to form a und waterfall shape, enveloping any fish within it.

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A small bag carried by a woman to hold money, jewelry, and other personal items.

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Tightened or closed with the lips as if blowing out, or with a partially closed or clinched mouth, as if to kiss or to blow.

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Purslane is a succulent plant that belongs to the family Portulacaceae. It has thick, fleshy leaves and stems, and grows easily in poor soil. Historically, it has been used as a food source and has medicinal properties. It's edible and has been considered a weed by some due to its ability to spread quickly and grow anywhere.<br><br>It can also refer to a desire or passion that is persistent and difficult to give up, often used in phrases like "a stubborn or nagging pursuit".

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