stake-net

A fisherman checks his stake-net in the shallow bay.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of fishing net: A "stake-net" is a fishing net that is fixed in place by being attached to stakes driven into the ground, typically in a river, estuary, or along the shore. It is used to catch fish as they swim into the net.

Usage Examples

• (A net attached to stakes in the water.)
• (A type of fixed fishing net.)

Advanced Usage

• "to fish with a stake-net": to use this specific type of net for catching fish.
  • They spent the morning fishing with a stake-net in the shallow bay. (Using a net fixed by stakes.)

Variants and Related Words

• Stake (n): a pointed stick or post driven into the ground.
  • The net was tied to a wooden stake. (A post used to anchor the net.)
• Net (n): an open-mesh fabric used for catching fish.
  • The net was made of strong nylon. (The mesh material.)
• Stake-net fishing (n): the practice or activity of using a stake-net.
  • Stake-net fishing is traditional in this coastal village. (The method of fishing.)

Synonyms

• Fixed net: a net that is stationary, not moved during fishing.
• Set net: a net placed in a fixed position to trap fish.

Related Idioms (None directly applicable to "stake-net")

• No common idioms or phrasal verbs exist for this specific term.