angling

American  

[ang-gling] / ˈæŋ glɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or art of fishing with a hook and line, usually attached to a rod.

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angling British  

/ ˈæŋɡlɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. the art or sport of catching fish with a rod and line and a baited hook or other lure, such as a fly; fishing

   2. ( as modifier )

      an angling contest

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Other Word Forms

• nonangling
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of angling

First recorded in 1490–1500; angle ² + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

See Examples For:

angling

Fiat executives warned I should be ready for gawkers with myriad questions and passersby angling to take photos.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

Rising bond yields can create problems for companies looking to borrow money, and consumers angling to buy a home.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026

Walters’ supporters further argue that Oxford’s statements implicating Walters—as well as Travis’ testimony against him—were tainted, the result of the men being coerced by police and angling for lighter sentences.

From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026

I think if I was angling towards a female audience as a stand-up, it wouldn’t work.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026

He noticed Rashawn angling to his side, and he hoped it would be enough to compensate for the drift when she was in the air.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith

Related Words

• fishery
• fishing
• shooting