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sericulture

/ˌsɛrɪˈkʌltʃər/ noun · British & US
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What does sericulture mean?

noun

The cultivation of silkworms for their silk, especially for the production of raw silk.

Example

"The sericulture industry has been a major contributor to the local economy for centuries."

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