fly rod

noun

: a light springy fishing rod used in fly casting
flyrodder noun

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Soon thereafter, a gear fishing pal of yours gifted you an old, unused fly rod, and that totally grabs a hold of you and completely directs the rest of your life. Outside Online, 11 Feb. 2026 This fly rod outfit is basically a one-and-done kit for getting out on the water fast and takes the guesswork out of learning all the ins and outs of fly fishing gear. Francesca Krempa, Outside, 23 Dec. 2025 The pair would then make their way to the nearest trout stream, fly rods in hand, and wait for the sun to come up. Tyler Austin Harper, The Atlantic, 30 Oct. 2025 For more than a century-and-a-half, we’ve been committed to being leaders in our space for customers and partners, beginning with our industry-leading fly rods still crafted in Vermont today. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fly rod

Word History

First Known Use

1684, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fly rod was in 1684

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“Fly rod.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fly%20rod. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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