surf casting

noun

, Angling.

1. the act, technique, or sport of fishing by casting from the shoreline into the sea, usually using heavy-duty tackle.

Other Words From

• surf caster noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of surf casting¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

You can also try your hand at surf casting, spin fishing, spear fishing and fresh water fishing.

From Project Gutenberg

Many men and women waded out into the ocean and were drowned, the surf casting their bodies back on the beach.

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