angling

[ ang-gling ]

noun

1. the act or art of fishing with a hook and line, usually attached to a rod.

angling

/ ˈæŋɡlɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. the art or sport of catching fish with a rod and line and a baited hook or other lure, such as a fly; fishing
   2. ( as modifier )

      an angling contest

Other Words From

• non·angling adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of angling¹

First recorded in 1490–1500; angle ² + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Like winged creatures of the sky it draws its nickname from, the bird of paradise seems always ready for takeoff, angling itself toward the light of better tomorrows, or at least the possibility of them.

From Los Angeles Times

News outlets have since put out reports on the attack, mostly angling on statements from the police and Xi Jinping.

From BBC

Jay, a member of Penarth Sea Angling Club, comes for the bass, cod, rays and eels, and also the social interaction.

From BBC

John Atkinson, 69, from nearby Llandough, has been angling for 45 years and the pier is his regular spot.

From BBC

What I admire and appreciate about what Hallmark is angling for, and what I would want as a fan, is to know it’s going to be OK.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• fishery
• fishing
• shooting