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

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

Still, LIV is angling to play on in 2027 and beyond under what it’s calling “LIV 2.0.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 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

I’m constantly angling for the best price, the most attractive bundle of goods, the newest option.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline

Related Words

• fishery
• fishing
• shooting