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fisherman

[ˈfɪʃəmən]

fisherman Definition

a person who catches fish for a living or as a hobby.

Using fisherman: Examples

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

  • Example

    The fisherman caught a huge salmon.

  • Example

    He is a professional fisherman.

  • Example

    She enjoys fishing as a hobby and considers herself a fisherman.

fisherman Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fisherman

Phrases with fisherman

  • fisherman's luck

    the unpredictable nature of fishing, where success is not guaranteed and often depends on chance

    Example

    He caught a big fish on his first try, but then experienced fisherman's luck for the rest of the day.

  • fisherman's knot

    a type of knot used in fishing to tie the line to the hook or lure

    Example

    He showed me how to tie a fisherman's knot so that my line wouldn't come loose.

  • fisherman's cottage

    a small house or cabin near a body of water, typically used by fishermen for lodging during fishing trips

    Example

    They rented a fisherman's cottage for the weekend and spent their days fishing on the lake.

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Summary: fisherman in Brief

A 'fisherman' [ˈfɪʃəmən] is someone who catches fish either as a profession or as a hobby. It can refer to anyone regardless of gender, although 'fisherperson' or 'fisherwoman/man' can be used in informal settings. The term also includes phrases like 'fisherman's luck,' which describes the unpredictable nature of fishing, and 'fisherman's knot,' which is a type of knot used in fishing.

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