fisherman
noun
a person who fishes, whether for profit or pleasure.
fishermen
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pluralof fisherman.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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But the format change has reignited experienced fishermen, like McKinney’s Angler of the Year rival, Cory Johnston.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 29, 2026
US President Jimmy Carter even loved fishing in these rivers, but according to fishermen, recent pollution has made it impossible.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
Now fishermen, insurers and farmers are paying for it.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
Many who crossed did so after abruptly quitting their jobs as waiters, labourers or fishermen.
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
“We’re gonna sell it as lunch. We’ll cut it up and sell cups of it to the fishermen down at the docks. Everyone needs lunch.”
From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm
