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haaf

American

[hahf] / hɑf /

noun

deep-sea fishing grounds off the Shetland and Orkney Islands.

haaf British

/ hɑːf /

noun

a deep-sea fishing ground off the Shetland and Orkney Islands

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Etymology

Origin of haaf

1785–95; < Scandinavian; compare Old Norse haf sea; cognate with Old English hæf; akin to heave

Example Sentences

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John Warwick, who has been using the method since the 1970s, is part of the small community of haaf netters.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2020

John Warwick said they hoped this would create more interest in haaf netting and attract some younger blood which could help secure its future.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2020

When a group of haaf netters first arrives at the shore they "cast the mells", an intricate game which decides where each of them will be positioned.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2020

The community is also seeking official recognition that haaf netting is a cultural and historic activity.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2020

Then it is both the haaf fishing you are speaking of just now and the small fishing in winter?-Yes.

From Second Shetland Truck System Report by Guthrie, William

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