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fisher

[ˈfɪʃər]

fisher Definition

  • 1a person who catches fish for a living or as a hobby
  • 2a carnivorous mammal of the weasel family, found in North America and northern Eurasia

Using fisher: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fisher" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The fisher caught a large salmon.

  • Example

    He is an experienced fisher and knows all the best spots.

  • Example

    The fisher was able to make a living selling his catch.

  • Example

    The fisher set traps for small game.

fisher Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with fisher

  • fisher cat

    a North American mammal of the weasel family, also known as the fisher

    Example

    The fisher cat is a skilled hunter and can take down prey much larger than itself.

  • a legendary figure associated with the search for the Holy Grail in Arthurian legend

    Example

    The story of the Fisher King is one of the most famous tales of the Arthurian legends.

  • fisher's hornpipe

    a lively dance tune traditionally played on the fiddle or other stringed instruments

    Example

    The fisher's hornpipe is a popular tune for ceilidhs and other traditional dances.

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Summary: fisher in Brief

A 'fisher' [ˈfɪʃər] is either a person who catches fish for a living or as a hobby, or a carnivorous mammal of the weasel family found in North America and northern Eurasia. The term spans contexts from commercial fishing to recreational angling, exemplified by 'He is an experienced fisher and knows all the best spots.' 'Fisher' also refers to the mammal known as the fisher cat, and extends into phrases like 'fisher king,' a legendary figure in Arthurian legend.