fisherman

[ fish-er-muhn ]

noun

, plural fish·er·men.

1. a person who fishes, whether for profit or pleasure.
2. a ship used in fishing.

adjective

1. Also fisherman's. Knitting. of, relating to, or designating a knitting pattern consisting primarily of cable-stitches executed in a characteristically thick, traditionally off-white yarn, or a garment made in this pattern and yarn:

   a fisherman sweater.

fisherman

/ ˈfɪʃəmən /

noun

1. a person who fishes as a profession or for sport
2. a vessel used for fishing

Other Words From

• non·fish·er·man noun plural nonfishermen

Word History and Origins

Origin of fisherman¹

1400–50; late Middle English fissherman; fisher, -man

Example Sentences

Rescuers were also searching for a missing fisherman after a boat sunk in the waters off Bulacan province, west of Manila, the local disaster agency told AFP news agency.

From BBC

“It’s amazing,” said Ron Reed, a Karuk Tribe member and traditional fisherman.

From Los Angeles Times

Where to eat: Make your way down the picturesque pier at sunset and request a patio table at the Fisherman’s Restaurant and Bar, where burgers, poke bowls and local Left Coast amber lagers satisfy big appetites.

From Los Angeles Times

People in Yauri, in Kebbi state, have been terrified of the hippo after she killed a fisherman who worked for the local traditional leader.

From BBC

We have the capabilities if our local fisherman doesn't have something line caught or super sustainable we’ll reach out to other sources.

From Salon

Related Words

• fisher
• trawler