Definition

Noun: A fishing permit is an official document or license that grants the holder legal authorization to engage in fishing activities within a specific area and for a defined period of time.

Usage

A fishing permit is required by law in many jurisdictions to fish in public waters. It is issued by a government agency, such as a state's department of fish and wildlife. The permit specifies conditions like its duration, the type of fish allowed to be caught, and sometimes the permitted fishing methods.

Examples

• Noun:
  • You must purchase a fishing permit before casting your line in the national park.
  • The officer asked to see his valid fishing permit.
  • Her fishing permit expires at the end of the month.

Advanced Usage

• "to hold a fishing permit": to possess a valid, current permit.
  • All guides operating on this river must hold a commercial fishing permit.
• "in possession of a fishing permit": having a permit on one's person, as often required by law while fishing.
  • Anglers must be in possession of a fishing permit while on the water.

Variants and Related Words

• Fishing license (n): This is the most common synonym and is often used interchangeably with "fishing permit," though "license" may imply a broader or more standard authorization.
• Angling permit (n): A less common variant, specifically for recreational fishing with a rod and line.
• Commercial fishing permit (n): A specialized permit for fishing with the intent to sell the catch.

Synonyms

• Fishing license: An official document granting permission to fish.
• Angling license: A license for recreational rod fishing.

Related Phrases

• To be cited for fishing without a permit: To receive a legal penalty for the violation.
  • He was fined for fishing without a permit.
• To apply for/renew a fishing permit: To request a new permit or extend an existing one.
  • You can renew your fishing permit online this year.

Noun

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