dip-net
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of fishing net: "dip-net" refers to a net with a handle, shaped like a bag or scoop, used to catch fish or other aquatic creatures by dipping it into the water and lifting them out.
- A tool for collecting: It can also be used for collecting insects, small animals, or objects from a body of water.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- He used a dip-net to scoop up the minnows from the stream. (A net on a handle for catching small fish.)
- The biologist carried a dip-net to collect water samples and tiny organisms. (A tool for gathering specimens from water.)
Advanced Usage
- "to dip-net" (verb): to catch or collect something using a dip-net.
- They dip-netted for shrimp in the shallow lagoon. (They used a dip-net to catch shrimp.)
Variants and Related Words
Dip-netting (noun/gerund): the activity or technique of using a dip-net.
- Dip-netting is a common method for catching bait fish. (The practice of fishing with a dip-net.)
Dip-net (verb form): to catch with a dip-net.
- He dip-netted several crabs from the pier. (He caught crabs using a dip-net.)
Synonyms
- Scoop net: a net shaped like a scoop, often used for fishing or collecting.
- Landing net: a net used to lift a fish out of the water after hooking it (though typically larger and for sport fishing).
- Hand net: a small net operated by hand, similar in function.
Related Idioms
"Dip-net fishing": a specific method of fishing using a dip-net, often done from a boat or shore.
- Dip-net fishing is popular for catching salmon during spawning season. (Fishing by scooping fish from the water.)
"To net something with a dip-net": to catch or obtain something using this tool.
- They netted a dozen crabs with a dip-net. (They caught crabs using the net.)