What does longlining mean?
A fishing method using a long line with many hooks, often used for catching large fish such as tuna and swordfish. It involves suspending a line with multiple hooks from a buoy or a boat, and then pulling it back in with the catch.
Example
"The longlining operation was successful, with the crew hauling in a large catch of tuna."
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