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Definition of overtrawling in US English:

overtrawling

noun

  • Excessive trawling of a fishing ground, causing depletion of fish stocks.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in The Quarterly Review. From over- + trawling.

Pronunciation

overtrawling

/ˌəʊvəˈtrɔːlɪŋ/