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watermen

noun

plural of waterman
as in anglers

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  1. anglers
  2. fishermen
  3. fishers
Noun
  • In addition, the states will collect catch information from anglers and for-hire captains to monitor catches and gain insight into changes in angler behavior under pilot program requirements.
    — Steve Waters, Miami Herald, 9 May 2026
Definition of anglers
Noun
  • Mexico's navy shut down ports in the states of Guerrero and Michoacán as a precaution and warned civilians and fishermen to take care.
    — DESIREE BROOKS, Arkansas Online, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Mexico’s navy shut down ports in the states of Guerrero and Michoacán and warned civilians and fishermen to take care.
    — Megan Janetsky, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of fishermen
Noun
  • With Project Hiu’s efforts currently focused on Maringkik Island, about 80 fishers turned local guides now take travelers snorkeling with species like blacktip reef sharks in coral forests, and on swims and sailing day trips around East Lombok.
    — CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026
  • The orca in the photo eventually died, but also capsized the boat, leaving the fishers to be rescued by other boats.
    — Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of fishers
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“Watermen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watermen. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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