fly-fish

[ flahy-fish ]

verb (used without object)

, Angling.

1. to fish with artificial flies as bait.

fly-fish

verb

1. intr angling to fish using artificial flies as lures See dry fly wet fly

Derived Forms

• ˈfly-ˌfishing, noun
• ˈfly-ˌfisher, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of fly-fish¹

First recorded in 1745–55

Example Sentences

Which means it’s time for me to go fly-fishing.

From Seattle Times

Through foraging, fly-fishing, cooking outdoors — and simply being outdoors — Rodriguez finds inspiration for the way she lives as well as the way she cooks.

From Seattle Times

Dry fly-fishing on the water’s surface appeals to her because it’s easier to release fish unharmed than with bait fishing.

From New York Times

And Canyon River Grill — perfect combination of guided fly-fishing trip and delicious foods prepared by the talented chef Kevin Davis.”

From Seattle Times

The cause was complications of a fall he suffered while fly-fishing for trout in a stream near his weekend home, his daughter Dr. Kimberly Page Riley said.

From New York Times