Meaning of the word poacher in English
What does poacher mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
poacher
US /ˈpoʊ.tʃɚ/
UK /ˈpoʊ.tʃɚ/
Noun
1.
a person who hunts or catches fish illegally on private land or in protected areas
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The game warden caught a poacher setting traps in the national park.
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Elephant poachers are a major threat to wildlife conservation.
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2.
a cooking utensil used for poaching eggs or other food
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She used an egg poacher to make perfectly cooked eggs for breakfast.
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The chef demonstrated how to use a fish poacher.
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