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shoals Definition and Meaning in English (shoals definition)

noun
Synonyms:schoolswarmmultitude
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Shoals definition: A large number of fish swimming together as a group.

Definitions of Shoals

  1. 1noun

    A large number of fish swimming together as a group.

  2. 2noun

    An area of shallow water, especially one caused by a sandbank or sandbar, which can be dangerous for boats.

  3. 3verb

    To become shallow, especially referring to water or a body of water.

Example Sentences

casual

“We saw large shoals of fish near the coral reef.”

business

“The ship had to navigate carefully to avoid the dangerous shoals.”

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