Definition

A person or ship that catches fish for food or sport.

Example

The fisher returned home with a large catch from the lake.

Conversation

I saw a documentary about a fisher in North America last night.

Really? I didn't know they were so interesting!

Yeah, they have such thick fur and are great hunters.

That sounds fascinating! I’d love to learn more about them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fisher → The word 'fisher' comes from Old English 'fiscere', meaning a person who catches fish. It is derived from 'fisc' (meaning fish) and the agent suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). Thus, a fisher is a person who catches fish.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who catches 'fish' ('fisc') — the '-er' just means a person. A fisher is simply a person who catches fish.

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