Meaning of the word fisher in English

What does fisher mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fisher

US /ˈfɪʃ.ɚ/

UK /ˈfɪʃ.ər/

a person who catches fish, either as a job or as a sport

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The old fisher cast his net into the sea.

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Many local fishers rely on the river for their livelihood.

Synonym:

angler fisherman trawler

a North American carnivorous mammal of the weasel family, with dark brown fur and a long bushy tail, valued for its fur

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The fisher is known for its agility in trees.

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The trapper set a snare to catch a fisher.