fisherman

/ˈfɪʃərmən/
/ˈfɪʃəmən/
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Other forms: fishermen

Definitions of fisherman
  1. noun
    someone whose occupation is catching fish
    synonyms: fisher
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    types:
    angler, troller
    a fisherman who uses a hook and line
    trawler
    a fisherman who use a trawl net
    type of:
    skilled worker, skilled workman, trained worker
    a worker who has acquired special skills
Pronunciation
US
/ˈfɪʃərmən/
UK
/ˈfɪʃəmən/
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