What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fisher
Example
The fisher caught a huge salmon in the river. [fisher: noun]
Example
She loves to fish in the lake on weekends. [fish: verb]
trapper
Example
The trapper caught a beaver in his trap. [trapper: noun]
Example
He spent the weekend trapping rabbits in the woods. [trap: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fisher and trapper are not commonly used words in everyday language. However, fishing is a more common activity than trapping and is enjoyed by many people around the world.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between fisher and trapper?
Both fisher and trapper are relatively informal words, but trapper may be associated with a more rustic or old-fashioned tone due to its historical use in hunting and trapping.
