fisherman

fish-er-man · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A person who catches fish, either as a profession or for sport.

  2. 2.

    A person who fishes recreationally with a rod and line.

Forms

plural: fishermen

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    fisherman's tale — an exaggerated story about the size of a fish caught
  • •
    fisherman's sweater — a thick knitted sweater traditionally worn by fishermen
  • •
    fisherman's luck — unpredictable fortune, good or bad

Related words

See also: angler, fishermen, fishing
Synonyms: angler, fisher

Etymology

Compound word from fisher + man, where fisher comes from Old English fiscere. First recorded in the 15th century.