fisherman
UK: ˈfɪʃəmən | US: ˈfɪʃərmən
n. a person who catches fish, either as a job or as a sport
n. (historical) a ship or boat used for catching fish
The word "fisherman" is a compound of "fisher" (derived from Old English fiscere, meaning "one who fishes") and "man" (from Old English mann, meaning "person"). The term has been used since Middle English to describe individuals engaged in fishing, reflecting the straightforward combination of occupation ("fisher") and the agent ("man"). Over time, it has retained its literal meaning while also appearing in metaphorical or symbolic contexts (e.g., "fisher of men" in religious texts).
The fisherman woke early to cast his nets at dawn.
She married a fisherman and moved to a coastal village.
The documentary highlighted the challenges faced by modern fishermen.
He bought a new boat to start his career as a fisherman.
In the parable, Jesus called his disciples to be "fishers of men."