WHALING Meaning and
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Whaling refers to the act of hunting, capturing, or killing whales for various purposes. It is an activity that has been practiced by humans for centuries, predominantly for their valuable products such as meat, oil, and baleen. Historically, whaling was essential for the economic growth and development of many coastal communities around the world, particularly during the 18th and 19th centuries when whale products had high demand.
Whales were initially hunted using hand-thrown harpoons from small boats, but with technological advancements, industrial whaling emerged. This involved the use of larger ships equipped with mechanical harpoon cannons and processing facilities on board. However, with the development of alternative resources and growing concerns about the conservation of whale populations, whaling has faced significant opposition.
During the 20th century, the destructive effects of commercial whaling on whale populations became evident, leading to international regulations and enforcement efforts to control and limit whaling activities. Today, whaling is heavily regulated by the International Whaling Commission (IWC), focusing on conservation and sustainable use of these magnificent marine mammals.
In addition, the term "whaling" can also refer to the act of engaging in the practice of hunting down or pursuing an ambitious goal or target, often in the context of computer games or online activities. This usage implies investing a considerable amount of time and effort to achieve a high level of success or accomplishment.
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• The business of catching whales.
• Pert. to the catching of whales.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for WHALING
Etymology of WHALING
The word "whaling" is derived from the noun "whale", which originated from the Old English word "hwæl". In turn, "hwæl" can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "*hwalaz". This ancient root word likely comes from an even more ancient Proto-Indo-European base "*kwal-" or "*kwel-", which referred to large sea creatures. Over time, the term "whale" began to be associated specifically with the massive marine mammals that we now know as whales. As a result, "whaling" refers to the activity of hunting and capturing whales.
Conjugate verb Whaling
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