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
  • The country sets annual quotas for the fin whales and minke whales fishermen are allowed to hunt in its waters.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • When Duterte refused, China began blocking Filipino fishermen from the shoal again.
    — Jill Goldenziel, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of fishermen
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
Definition of fishers
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