Definition

Noun: A legal document or permit issued by a government authority that grants the holder permission to fish in a specific area for a specified period of time. It is a regulatory requirement in many jurisdictions to engage in recreational or, in some cases, commercial fishing.

Usage

A "fishing license" is a required permit. You must obtain, buy, carry, or show it. It is typically associated with a specific person, duration (e.g., annual, daily), and often a specific state or region.

Examples

• You need a valid fishing license to fish in this lake.
• I renewed my annual fishing license online.
• The warden asked to see his fishing license.
• The cost of a fishing license helps fund conservation efforts.

Advanced Usage

• "To be in possession of a fishing license": The formal state of having a license on your person.
  • Anglers must be in possession of a valid fishing license while on the water.
• The concept is often part of regulatory or legal discourse concerning natural resource management and conservation law.

Variants and Related Words

• Fishing permit: Often used interchangeably with "fishing license," though sometimes "permit" refers to a more specific authorization (e.g., for a particular species or body of water).
• Hunting license: A similar permit required for hunting game.
• Licensee: The person who holds the license.

Synonyms

• Fishing permit
• Angling license (specifically for sport fishing with a rod)
• Fishing stamp (sometimes a supplementary endorsement to a license)

Related Phrases

• "To license" (verb): To grant a license.
  • The state licenses anglers to regulate fish populations.
• "License holder" or "Licensee": The person to whom the license is issued.
  • The license holder is responsible for knowing the regulations.

Notes

• Regulations, costs, and requirements for a fishing license vary significantly by country, state, and province.
• It is distinct from a "boat license" or "vessel registration," which pertains to the watercraft itself.

Noun

1. a license authorizing the bearer to fish during a specified period of time