fowling
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of fowling
First recorded in 1350–1400, fowling is from the late Middle English word foulynge. See fowl, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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“During the founding era, Americans typically owned muskets for militia service and fowling pieces to hunt birds and control vermin,” the brief said.
From New York Times • May 17, 2023
Hutt, 46, said he eventually would like to expand his fowling empire.
From US News • Jul. 21, 2015
Peter Grace's third fowling excursion came on a recent Friday night, when he and about 20 others celebrated a friend's birthday.
From US News • Jul. 21, 2015
To the widow, to the person who was ill and couldn't go and do any fowling.
From BBC • Oct. 1, 2013
They each held a fowling gun at ready.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson
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