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finning

The correct spelling is finning.

How to pronounce finning

verb

Say it like: Fin-nin-g

The correct spelling is finning. To cut the fins from a fish, shark, etc. For example: "A neutrally buoyant diver does not need to fin to maintain depth."

Usage Examples

A neutrally buoyant diver does not need to fin to maintain depth.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To cut the fins from a fish, shark, etc.
  2. 2.(Of a fish) to swim with the dorsal fin above the surface of the water.
  3. 3.To swim in the manner of a fish.
  4. 4.To provide (a motor vehicle etc) with fins.

noun

  1. 1.The act of removing a live shark's fin, and releasing the shark back into the sea.

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