noun a large group of fish swimming together
In economics, the term 'shoal effect' is used to describe a situation where a large number of firms enter a market at the same time, leading to intense competition and lower prices.
In marine biology, a shoal refers to a large group of fish swimming together in a coordinated manner for protection and feeding.
In geography, a shoal can refer to a sandbank or sandbar that is visible at low tide and poses a hazard to ships.
In navigation, a shoal is a shallow area of water where the depth is not sufficient for safe navigation.
In a literary context, the writer described the shoal of fish in vivid detail in their novel.
The marine biologist studied the behavior of the shoal of fish in their natural habitat.
The fisherman noticed a large shoal of fish swimming near the surface of the water.
The oceanographer used advanced technology to track the movement of the shoal of fish across the ocean.
The environmental scientist conducted research on the impact of pollution on shoals of fish in the ecosystem.