fisher

/'fiʃə/
Học thuật
Thân thiện
fisher

A fisher darts up a tall pine tree in the forest.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A large, dark brown, North American arboreal carnivorous mammal: A mammal of the weasel family, also known as a fisher cat, noted for its ability to hunt in trees.
    • A person whose occupation is catching fish: An individual who catches fish, either as a profession or for sustenance.
Usage Examples
  • Noun (Animal):
    • The fisher is known for its agility in climbing trees to pursue prey like squirrels.
    • We heard the distinctive call of a fisher in the forest at night.
  • Noun (Person):
    • The fisher mended his nets before heading out to sea at dawn.
    • As a skilled fisher, she knew the best spots in the river.
Advanced Usage
  • "Fisher of men": (Archaic/Biblical) A metaphorical phrase for a preacher or evangelist who seeks to convert people to a faith.
    • The sermon discussed the disciples' calling to be fishers of men.
Variants and Related Words
  • Fisherman (n): The more common modern term for a person who catches fish.
    • The fisherman returned with a large catch.
  • Fishery (n): A place where fish are reared or caught; the industry of catching fish.
    • The coastal town's economy depends on its fishery.
  • Fishing (n): The activity or business of catching fish.
    • He enjoys fly-fishing in the mountain streams.
Synonyms
  • Trapper: (For the animal context, though a trapper is a person who catches animals) A person who traps animals, especially for fur.
  • Angler: A person who fishes with a rod and line.
  • Piscator: (Formal) A fisherman.
Related Phrases
  • Fisher cat: A common name for the animal, despite it not being a true cat.
    • Some people mistake the sound of a fisher cat for a baby crying.
Notes on Meaning
  • The term fisher for the animal is primarily used in North American English. In modern English, fisherman, angler, or fisherfolk are more frequently used to describe a person who catches fish, making the personal meaning of "fisher" somewhat archaic or formal. The two meanings are distinct and context-dependent.
fisher

A fisher darts up a tall pine tree in the forest.

Noun
  1. large dark brown North American arboreal carnivorous mammal
  2. someone whose occupation is catching fish

Từ đồng nghĩa

Từ gần giống

Từ chứa "fisher"

Từ có nhắc đến "fisher"