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fishing tackle

British  

noun

  1. all the equipment, such as rods, lines, bait, etc, used in angling

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In previous years the quirky event, watched by onlookers along the river, had been used to tell fishermen to be careful about not leaving fishing tackle or hooks that could hurt swans.

From BBC • Jul. 31, 2024

The brand, which is now owned by fishing tackle firm Pure Fishing, saw a bump during the pandemic when home organization was a top priority, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 21, 2023

“It pretty much means I’ve got to leave the firearm at home,” said Rick Bennett, who sells guns and fishing tackle from his store in the hamlet of North Creek.

From Reuters • Aug. 12, 2022

Similar rates of lead exposure were found in golden eagles, which scientists say means the raptors likely consumed carrion or prey contaminated by lead from ammunition or fishing tackle.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 17, 2022

Uncle Will and Dad with their fishing tackle in the back of a truck .

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila