as in fisher
someone who catches fish
fishermen sorting out their catch
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of fisherman
Whitehead took a right at a sign depicting a dozing fisherman, continuing up a shady road toward the bay.
—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
According to Inside Climate News, the rescue took place on Sunday, June 7, when the male turtle, later named Bowser, had been foul-hooked near his left front flipper by a fisherman casting off the pier.
—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
To that end, the fisherman sandal today can be found everywhere from SeaVees to Ralph Lauren Purple Label and is a must-have for your next summer escape.
—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
22 June 2026
For instance, University of Wyoming bioeconomist Matthew Burgess has studied how fishermen maximize their catch.
—
Veronique Greenwood,
Time,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for fisherman
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
According to Inside Climate News, the rescue took place on Sunday, June 7, when the male turtle, later named Bowser, had been foul-hooked near his left front flipper by a fisherman casting off the pier.
—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
To that end, the fisherman sandal today can be found everywhere from SeaVees to Ralph Lauren Purple Label and is a must-have for your next summer escape.
—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
22 June 2026
For instance, University of Wyoming bioeconomist Matthew Burgess has studied how fishermen maximize their catch.
—
Veronique Greenwood,
Time,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for fisherman
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fisherman
fisher
Noun
-
But most such fishers in Destin are hobbyists.
-
Hood River is built along the Columbia River, providing easy water access for windsurfers, boaters, and fishers.
Cite this Entry
“Fisherman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fisherman. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
