noun
- the practice of cutting off shark fins and discarding the rest of the body
Usage: environmental/conservation context
Examples
- Finning has led to a dramatic decline in shark populations worldwide.
- Many countries have banned finning to protect marine ecosystems.
- The documentary exposed the cruel practice of finning in international waters.
- Conservation groups are working to end finning through legislation.
- Finning is considered one of the greatest threats to shark species.
- The ship was caught illegally finning in protected waters.