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    Pêcheur (en. Fisherman)

    /peʃœʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An individual who engages in fishing.
    The fisherman brought back a big fish.
    Le pêcheur a ramené un gros poisson.
    A worker in the field of commercial fishing.
    The fisherman goes to sea every morning for work.
    Le pêcheur part en mer chaque matin pour son travail.
    A member of a community of people dedicated to fishing.
    The fishermen gather to discuss regulations.
    Les pêcheurs se réunissent pour discuter des réglementations.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'pechir' meaning to catch fish.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    moon fisherman
    A person who dreams of impossible things.
    pêcheur de lune
    opportunistic fisherman
    An individual who takes advantage of a favorable situation when it arises.
    pêcheur d'opportunité

    Related Words

    fishing
    Activity consisting of catching fish.
    pêche
    fishing rod
    Instrument used for fishing.
    canne à pêche
    bait
    Substance used to attract fish.
    appât

    Slang Meanings

    fisherman of men
    He has become a real fisherman of men by recruiting for his team.
    Il est devenu un vrai pêcheur d'hommes en recrutant dans son équipe.
    pike fisherman
    This weekend, he boasted about being the best pike fisherman.
    Ce weekend, il s'est vanté d'être le meilleur pêcheur de brochets.