Definition

A person who hunts birds that live near water, such as ducks and geese.

Example

The waterfowler spent the morning in the marsh, waiting for the perfect shot.

Conversation

I heard you went hunting last weekend, how was it?

It was great! I finally got to go out with a seasoned waterfowler.

That sounds awesome! Did you learn a lot from the waterfowler?

Absolutely, I picked up some new tips and tricks for the next trip.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Waterfowler is formed from "water" (from Old English *wæter*, meaning liquid that falls as rain or flows in rivers) and "fowler" (from Old English *fuglere*, meaning bird catcher). The word describes a person who hunts or captures birds that are found near water.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who catches birds ('fowler') near 'water' — that's why a waterfowler is someone who hunts birds by the water.

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