Word: Fisherman

Pronunciation

/ˈfɪʃərmən/

Definitions

• Noun: A person who catches fish either professionally or as a hobby, typically using a net, line, rod, or other fishing equipment.

Examples

• Noun: “The skilled fisherman cast his line into the calm lake early in the morning.”
• “He comes from a long line of fishermen in his family.”
• “After retiring from his office job, he became an avid fisherman.”

Phrases

• “A fisherman’s tale”: A story, often exaggerated, about catching fish, usually told by a fisherman.
• “To go fishing”: The act of engaging in the activity of fishing, typically done by a fisherman.
• “Fish out of water”: This idiomatic phrase, though not directly related to the profession, can metaphorically describe someone (not necessarily a fisherman) who feels uncomfortable or out of their element in a particular situation.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The old fisherman shared tales of his biggest catch over a campfire.”
• “The local fishermen rely on the sea for their livelihood.”
• “As a child, he would accompany his grandfather, a seasoned fisherman, on weekend fishing trips.”

Synonyms

• Angler
• Fisher
• piscator
• Fishermen (plural form)
• Hunter-gatherer (in the context of traditional societies where fishing is one of the primary means of subsistence)