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Fishing

UK /["/ˈfɪʃɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈfɪʃɪŋ/"]/

Definition

the sport or business of catching fish

In simple words: Catching fish from water.

Examples

I love fishing during the summer holidays with my family.
Fishing requires patience and skill to catch the right fish.
He enjoys fishing in the river near his house.
They went fishing at the lake early in the morning.
Fishing can be a relaxing way to spend time outdoors.

Usage notes

Usually refers to a leisure activity. Mostly appropriate in casual conversation. Less suitable in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

fishing + object

Memory hint

Think of a line with a hook — you're 'fishing' for a catch.

Collocations

good
coarse
deep-sea
go
equipment
gear
line
fishing for

Synonyms

angling
catching
reeling

Antonyms

hunting
plugging

Common mistakes

Confused with 'fishing pole' vs 'fishing line'
Used as a verb without specifying the object
Assuming it always refers to sport, not also food gathering