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to poach
01
to illegally hunt, catch, or fish on another person's property or in prohibited areas
Transitive: to poach an animal
Example
The poachers were caught with illegal traps, evidence of their attempts to poach birds in the conservation area.
Rangers caught individuals using prohibited nets to poach crabs in the ecologically sensitive mangrove area.
The hunters were arrested for attempting to poach deer on private land without permission.
02
to cook food, especially fish, in a small amount of boiling water or another liquid
Transitive: to poach food
Example
The recipe suggested poaching the chicken in broth for extra flavor.
She decided to poach the eggs for a healthier breakfast option.
To poach the pears, simmer them gently in a spiced syrup.
Example
The poachers were caught with illegal traps, evidence of their attempts to poach birds in the conservation area.
Rangers caught individuals using prohibited nets to poach crabs in the ecologically sensitive mangrove area.
The hunters were arrested for attempting to poach deer on private land without permission.
The authorities apprehended a group of individuals who were attempting to poach endangered species in the wildlife sanctuary.
The wildlife sanctuary implemented strict measures to deter individuals from attempting to poach turtles during nesting season.
