ice fishing

American

noun

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

ice fishing British

noun

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

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ice fishing

Whoever installed that roof cable is probably going to drink for free for life, and that’s an extraordinary proposition in Wisconsin with ice fishing season on the way.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026

She’s sympathetic and considerate, making sure to stop on the way to the station to pick up some nightcrawlers for Norm’s ice fishing.

From Salon ● Feb. 7, 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

Outside, Deydey worked continually, emptying pots from inside and chopping holes in ice, fishing to keep them strong, making sure the water in their kettle was always fresh and clear, their wood piled high.

From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich

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