Crayfishing: meaning, definitions and examples
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crayfishing
[ ˈkreɪˌfɪʃɪŋ ]
fishing activity
Crayfishing refers to the act of catching crayfish, which are freshwater crustaceans resembling small lobsters. This activity is commonly practiced in rivers and lakes and can be a recreational or commercial endeavor.
Synonyms
crayfish catching, freshwater fishing, lobster trapping.
Examples of usage
- They went crayfishing at the lake last weekend.
- Crayfishing can be a fun family activity during summer.
- He learned crayfishing techniques from his grandfather.
Translations
Translations of the word "crayfishing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pesca de lagostins
🇮🇳 क्रेफिशिंग
🇩🇪 Krebsefischen
🇮🇩 memancing udang
🇺🇦 ловля раків
🇵🇱 łowienie raka
🇯🇵 ザリガニ釣り
🇫🇷 pêche à l'écrevisse
🇪🇸 pesca de cangrejos de río
🇹🇷 yengeç avlama
🇰🇷 가재 낚시
🇸🇦 صيد الكركند
🇨🇿 lov raků
🇸🇰 lov rákov
🇨🇳 捕虾
🇸🇮 ribolov rakov
🇮🇸 krabbaveiði
🇰🇿 рак аулау
🇬🇪 კიბოს დაჭერა
🇦🇿 xərçəng ovlama
🇲🇽 pesca de cangrejos
Etymology
The term 'crayfishing' derives from 'crayfish', which originated from the Old French word 'crevice' meaning 'a small fish'. The use of 'cray' in English reflects the regional variations in naming these crustaceans—commonly called 'crawfish' or 'crawdad' in different parts of the United States. The practice of catching crayfish has been part of various cultures for centuries, particularly in areas where freshwater bodies are abundant. The popularity of crayfishing has grown due to its recreational aspects, offering both a pleasurable pastime and a means of gathering seafood. Conservation and regulations have since developed to ensure sustainable practices in crayfishing.