fisherman
noun
fish·er·man
ˈfi-shər-mən 
1
: one who engages in fishing as an occupation or for pleasure
2
: a ship used in commercial fishing
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fishermen sorting out their catch
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Higher fuel and food costs are causing consumers to scale back on spending at restaurants, a trend that is also pinching local businesses and commercial fishermen.
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Steve Maugeri, CBS News, 16 May 2026
El Niño was originally recognized by fishermen off the coast of South America in the 1600s with the appearance of unusually warm water in the Pacific Ocean around Christmas.
—Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Adapted from Native American dugout vessels, log canoes were made to suit fishermen who relied on speed to receive the best pay for their catches.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
This seaside rental is located in the old fisherman village of Fyropotamos, putting you directly on the turquoise water.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 14 May 2026
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Steve Maugeri, CBS News, 16 May 2026
El Niño was originally recognized by fishermen off the coast of South America in the 1600s with the appearance of unusually warm water in the Pacific Ocean around Christmas.
—Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Adapted from Native American dugout vessels, log canoes were made to suit fishermen who relied on speed to receive the best pay for their catches.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
This seaside rental is located in the old fisherman village of Fyropotamos, putting you directly on the turquoise water.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 14 May 2026
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“Fisherman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fisherman. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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fisherman
noun
fish·er·man
ˈfish-ər-mən
1
: a person who fishes
2
: a ship used in commercial fishing
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