noun

fisher

fisher, fisherman, fisher cat

The old fisher cast his net into the sea.

The old fisher cast his net into the sea.

A fisher was spotted in the deep woods.

A fisher was spotted in the deep woods.

((a/the)) fisher a person or animal that fishes The old fisher cast his net into the sea.

Synonyms: fisherman, angler

From Old English 'fiscere' (one who fishes), from 'fisc' (fish).

Think of someone who 'fishes' for a living. Also, remember the animal, a type of marten, which is known to 'fish' for prey.

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