fisherman
noun
fish·er·man
ˈfi-shər-mən 
1
: one who engages in fishing as an occupation or for pleasure
2
: a ship used in commercial fishing
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fishermen sorting out their catch
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Fish is from Abolobi, who partners with fishermen using responsible, ethical fishing methods, catching only non-endangered species.
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Tommy Trenchard, NPR, 31 May 2026
Organic Cotton Fisherman Boxy Cropped Cardigan Give me a fisherman cardigan any day of the week.
—Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
Smyth has been known for its focus on local produce and continuously pushing the boundaries of modern gastronomy through collaborations with farmers, fishermen and artisanal purveyors.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Fish is from Abolobi, who partners with fishermen using responsible, ethical fishing methods, catching only non-endangered species.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026
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“Fisherman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fisherman. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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fisherman
noun
fish·er·man
ˈfish-ər-mən
1
: a person who fishes
2
: a ship used in commercial fishing
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