fishermen

plural of fisherman
as in fishers
someone who catches fish fishermen sorting out their catch

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Recent Examples of fishermen The country sets annual quotas for the fin whales and minke whales fishermen are allowed to hunt in its waters. ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026 When Duterte refused, China began blocking Filipino fishermen from the shoal again. Jill Goldenziel, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026 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 Police are urging anyone with information about Waddell's whereabouts to come forward, specifically asking fishermen, boat operators and residents along Grenada's southern coastline to report any sightings that could assist in the search. Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 27 July 2026 Police asked fishermen, boat operators and residents along the southern coastline to report any sightings of Waddell. Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 26 July 2026 Each year, 80 million of these marine creatures are killed, specifically by commercial fishermen. Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 26 July 2026 But at South Beach, there’s truly something for everyone, including kids, adventurers, and even fishermen, who have plenty of luck on the pier. Savannah Born, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fishermen
fishers
Noun
  • 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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“Fishermen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fishermen. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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