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fishing net

[ ˈfɪʃɪŋ nɛt ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

tool for catching fish

A fishing net is a tool used by fishermen to catch fish. It is usually made of nylon or other synthetic materials and is designed to be strong and durable. Fishing nets come in various sizes and shapes, depending on the type of fish being targeted and the method of fishing. They are often used in conjunction with other fishing gear, such as fishing rods and hooks.

Synonyms

mesh, net, web.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
fishing net	Typically used when referring to a net specifically designed and used for catching fish. The fishermen cast their fishing net into the sea early in the morning. He carefully untangled the fishing net after their catch.
net	A general term that can refer to any kind of net, from a fishing net to a net used for sports or other purposes. They used a net to catch butterflies. The volleyball net was set up in the middle of the court.
mesh	Suitable for describing the material or structure of a net made of interlaced threads or wires, not specifically limited to fishing. The mesh of the bag was strong enough to carry the heavy load. She used a fine mesh to strain the juice.
web	Most commonly associated with spiders and their webs, but can also refer to complex networks or interconnections. The spider spun its web between the tree branches. The internet is often described as a vast web of information.

Examples of usage

The fishermen cast their fishing net into the water and waited patiently for a catch.
She carefully repaired the holes in the fishing net to ensure it would not break during the next fishing trip.
The fishing net was heavy with the weight of the fish it had caught.
The fishing net was carefully untangled to remove the caught fish.
After a long day at sea, the fishermen hauled in their fishing net filled with fish.

Translations

Translations of the word "fishing net" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rede de pesca

🇮🇳 मछली पकड़ने का जाल

🇩🇪 Fischernetz

🇮🇩 jaring ikan

🇺🇦 рибальська сітка

🇵🇱 sieć rybacka

🇯🇵 漁網 (ぎょもう)

🇫🇷 filet de pêche

🇪🇸 red de pesca

🇹🇷 balık ağı

🇰🇷 어망 (eomang)

🇸🇦 شبكة صيد السمك

🇨🇿 rybářská síť

🇸🇰 rybárska sieť

🇨🇳 捕鱼网 (bǔ yú wǎng)

🇸🇮 ribiška mreža

🇮🇸 veiðarfæri

🇰🇿 балық аулау торабы

🇬🇪 თევზაობის ბადე

🇦🇿 balıq toru

🇲🇽 red de pesca

Etymology

The use of fishing nets dates back thousands of years, with evidence of their existence found in ancient civilizations such as Egypt and China. Originally made from natural materials like grasses and fibers, fishing nets have evolved over time to be more durable and efficient. They revolutionized the fishing industry by allowing fishermen to catch larger quantities of fish with less effort. Today, fishing nets are a crucial tool for commercial and recreational fishing around the world.