Definition

A fishing technique that allows for the simultaneous removal of fish from hooks and the re-baiting of those hooks.

Example

The fishermen used underrunning to efficiently catch and prepare their gear.

Conversation

Have you heard about the technique called underrunning for fishing?

Yeah, I read it makes the process much easier.

Exactly! You can bait the hooks and remove fish in one go with underrunning.

That sounds super efficient; I should try it next time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Underrunning is formed from "under-" (meaning beneath or below) and "running" (from Old English "rinnan", meaning to flow or move). The word describes the action of running beneath something, often used in contexts like water flowing under a bridge or a process occurring at a lower level.

Memory Tip

Think of something moving 'beneath' ('under-') while 'flowing' or 'moving' ('rinnan') — that's what underrunning means.

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