fisherman

/'fiʃəmən/

Thân thiện

The fisherman casts his net into the calm river at dawn.

Definition

Noun: A person whose job or regular activity is catching fish, typically for a living or as a profession. This includes individuals who fish from boats, from shore, or using various methods like nets, lines, or traps.

Usage

The word "fisherman" is used to describe a person engaged in the act of fishing, primarily as an occupation. It is a common, straightforward term. - The fisherman cast his net into the sea at dawn. - Many fishermen in the village rely on the daily catch to support their families. - He is a skilled fisherman who knows the best spots in the river.

Advanced Usage

• "fisherman's luck": Refers to the unpredictable nature of fishing, where success is not guaranteed.
  • We had fisherman's luck today—we didn't catch a single fish.
• Used attributively to describe things related to or used by fishermen.
  • The small harbor was filled with fisherman huts and boats.

Variants and Related Words

• Fisher (noun): A more formal or gender-neutral term for a person who catches fish. (e.g., )
• Fisherfolk (noun, plural): A collective term for people, especially a community, who fish for a living.
• Angler (noun): Specifically refers to a person who fishes with a rod and line, typically for sport or recreation rather than as a primary occupation.

Synonyms

• Fisher
• Piscator (formal/literary)

Related Phrases

• Fisherman's knot: A specific type of knot used to join two lines, known for its strength and reliability.
  • Tie a secure fisherman's knot to connect the two ropes.
• Fisherman's rib (in knitting): A pattern that creates a thick, stretchy fabric resembling the texture of a fisherman's sweater.

Idioms

• "A fisherman must be patient.": A proverb meaning that success in any endeavor often requires waiting calmly and persistently.
  • Don't rush the process; remember, a fisherman must be patient.

Học thuật

Noun

1. someone whose occupation is catching fish

Từ đồng nghĩa

• fisher