Meaning & Definition of word "Fisher"
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Fisher
/ˈfɪʃər/
noun:
- 1. A person who catches fish for a living or as a hobby.
- Example: The fisher set out early in the morning to catch his daily limit.
- 2. Any of several animals, especially the American marten, known for hunting fish.
- Example: The fisher is often found in forested areas near water where it can hunt for its prey.
Etymology
Middle English fisher, from Old English fiscere.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fishing for compliments:
Seeking praise or flattery from others.
gone fishing:
A colloquial way of saying someone is unavailable or not working.
you catch more flies with honey:
Being nice is often more effective than being harsh.
Related Words
angling:
The act of catching fish with a fishing rod.
netting:
The process of capturing fish using a net.
Slang Meanings of fisher
Meaning: To 'fish' someone
Example Sentence: To deceive someone into revealing information.
Meaning: Fish out
Example Sentence: To retrieve something from a challenging situation.