ice fishing

American  

noun

1. the act or practice of fishing through a hole cut in the ice.

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ice fishing British  

noun

1. a form of fishing in which a line is lowered through a hole made in a frozen lake, river, etc

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Etymology

Origin of ice fishing

First recorded in 1745–55

Example Sentences

There are standout restaurants, plenty of outdoor recreation—from ice fishing in the winter to lakeside lounging in the summer—and a general sense that you don’t need much of a plan to enjoy yourself.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

I saw videos of teens dancing to Russian music and ice fishing in China.

From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2024

Winter options include snowshoeing, ice fishing, skiing and sleigh rides.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 24, 2024

A pair of men ice fishing on a frozen lake in Nowthen, Minnesota, were rescued with a dog last week after the ice gave way.

From Washington Times • Dec. 9, 2023

Frightful caught herself a pheasant while I kicked a hole in the ice and did a little ice fishing.

From "My Side of the Mountain" by Jean Craighead George