Fishway

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A structure built on or around dams or locks to facilitate the migration of fish.

    "The weir must not represent a physical barrier to fish migration, both locally and throughout the whole river system. If necessary, a fishway is included in the weir."

Synonyms

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fish ladderfish ladder

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"The weir must not represent a physical barrier to fish migration, both locally and throughout the whole river system. If necessary, a fishway is included in the weir."

Etymology

From fish + way.

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