fisherman
Fisherman (noun) means a person who fishes, whether as a job or a hobby. Example: “The fisherman mended his nets on the dock at sunrise.”
How to use fisherman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who catches fish, or a fishing boat.
Word forms
fishermen plural
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The _____ mended his nets on the dock at sunrise.
Etymology
From fisher and man.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for fisherman
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What does “fisherman” mean?
The word “fisherman” means a person who fishes, whether as a job or a hobby. In plain terms, someone who catches fish, or a fishing boat.
How do you pronounce “fisherman”?
“Fisherman” is pronounced FIHSH-uh-muhn (/ˈfɪʃ.ɚ.mən/ in IPA).
How do you use “fisherman” in a sentence?
Here is “fisherman” used in a sentence: “The fisherman mended his nets on the dock at sunrise.”
What is another word for “fisherman”?
Words with a similar meaning to “fisherman” include fisher.
What part of speech is “fisherman”?
“Fisherman” is a noun.
Is “fisherman” a common word?
“Fisherman” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “fisherman” have?
“Fisherman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who fishes, whether as a job or a hobby.