handline
Definition of handline
1 : a line managed chiefly by direct contact with the hands: such as a : any of several comparatively simple arrangements of hooks and line designed for use in the hands of or under the immediate and continuous supervision of a fisherman —opposed to setline b : the line on a hand lead c : a line used without rod or reel for fishing
2 : a fire hose of small diameter
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handline
Definition of handline
: to fish with a handline
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