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fishing  

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  • The subject of fishing, or the (attempted) capture offish or other aquatic animals for commercial, subsistence, or recreational purposes, encompasses many disciplines. It has a rich and complex history and holds much significance for many reasons in a plethora of historical and contemporary cultures and civilizations. [Source: Encyclopedia of Play in Today's Society; Fishing]

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