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dip-net

[ dip-net ]

/ ˈdɪpˌnɛt /

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verb (used with object), dip-net·ted, dip-net·ting.

to scoop (fish) from water with a dip net.

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Definition for dip-net (2 of 2)

dip net

noun

a net or mesh bag on a long handle, used to scoop fish from water.

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Examples from the Web for dip-net

Burney took the dip-net and paddled the boat toward the jug, and catching the line, raised the fish to the top of the water.
Shawn of Skarrow|James Tandy Ellis
Arrived at the pool, he threw down the dip-net and sack, and drew from his hip-pocket what looked like a large, fat candle.
Moon-Face and Other Stories|Jack London
Near the door hung great coils of fishing line and tackle, and in the corner was a dip-net and gig.
Shawn of Skarrow|James Tandy Ellis
The fisherman pursues in his boat, and coming up, pushes his dip-net under the fish as he draws him to the surface.
Shawn of Skarrow|James Tandy Ellis

Arms worked up and down, big boots stamped, while inboard and out swung the dip-net, and onto the deck flopped the mackerel.
The Seiners|James B. (James Brendan) Connolly