Canned Hunting

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Pronunciation: /kænd ˈhʌntɪŋ/

Definitions of canned hunting

noun a type of hunting where animals are kept in a confined area and hunted for sport

Example Sentences

A1 Canned hunting is when animals are kept in a confined area for hunters to easily shoot.

A2 Some countries have banned canned hunting due to ethical concerns.

B1 The practice of canned hunting is often criticized for being cruel and unfair to the animals.

B2 Many conservationists argue that canned hunting does not contribute to wildlife conservation.

C1 Canned hunting is a controversial practice that raises questions about ethics and conservation efforts.

C2 Several documentaries have shed light on the dark side of the canned hunting industry.

adjective describing the type of hunting being done

Example Sentences

A1 Canned hunting is a cruel practice.

A2 The tourists were shocked to learn about the canned hunting industry.

B1 Many countries have banned canned hunting due to ethical concerns.

B2 Conservationists are working to raise awareness about the negative impacts of canned hunting on wildlife.

C1 The documentary exposed the corruption and greed behind the canned hunting business.

C2 Experts argue that canned hunting perpetuates a cycle of exploitation and cruelty towards animals.

Examples of canned hunting in a Sentence

formal Canned hunting is a controversial practice where animals are raised in captivity and then hunted in a confined area.

informal I heard that canned hunting is becoming more popular among wealthy hunters.

slang Canned hunting is just plain cruel and unfair to the animals.

figurative The company's CEO described the new marketing strategy as a form of canned hunting, targeting unsuspecting customers.

Grammatical Forms of canned hunting

past tense

canned hunted

plural

canned huntings

comparative

more canned hunting

superlative

most canned hunting

present tense

canned hunts

future tense

will be canned hunting

perfect tense

has canned hunted

continuous tense

is canned hunting

singular

canned hunt

positive degree

canned hunting

infinitive

to canned hunt

gerund

canned hunting

participle

canned hunted

Origin and Evolution of canned hunting

First Known Use: 1970 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'canned hunting' originated in the United States in the late 20th century.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe hunting in enclosed areas where animals have limited ability to escape, the term has evolved to also encompass the unethical practice of hunting captive-bred animals in controlled environments for sport.