Definition of fishermannext
as in fisher
someone who catches fish fishermen sorting out their catch

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Recent Examples of fisherman South American fishermen had noticed for centuries that every few years, a warm water current pushed ashore around Christmas. Susanne Rust follow, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 These days, San Leon is still a hub for generations of fishermen and oystering families. Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 29 July 2026 The next morning, less than a mile from the convenience store, a fisherman found Teresa's body in Knight Lake. Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 29 July 2026 Local fisherman Tom Egan told ABC that predicted severe weather conditions may impact the search. Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for fisherman
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fisher
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  • The premium is well worth it for sunset views of the water and a front-row seat to the ferries, fishers, and sailboats passing through.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
  • Another is to pay fishers to catch inedible ones like the puffer fish so they can be incinerated.
    ABC News, ABC News, 30 July 2026

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“Fisherman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fisherman. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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