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hobbler

 

[ ˈhɒb.əl.ər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fishing term

A hobbler refers to a type of small boat or skiff used primarily for fishing. Typically, it is characterized by its shallow draft, allowing it to navigate in shallow waters. The term can also denote a technique in fishing where the angler uses a specific type of bait or lure to attract fish. Hobblers are often used in coastal or inland waters, where larger vessels cannot easily access. These boats are favored by recreational fishermen for their maneuverability and ease of use.

Synonyms

dinghy, fishing boat, skiff

Examples of usage

  • He rented a hobbler for the weekend trip.
  • The hobbler is perfect for reaching those hidden fishing spots.
  • Many anglers prefer using a hobbler during the summer months.

Translations

Translations of the word "hobbler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pessoa que se move lentamente

🇮🇳 धीमी गति से चलने वाला व्यक्ति

🇩🇪 jemand, der langsam geht

🇮🇩 orang yang berjalan lambat

🇺🇦 людина, яка рухається повільно

🇵🇱 osoba, która porusza się powoli

🇯🇵 遅く歩く人

🇫🇷 personne qui marche lentement

🇪🇸 persona que camina lentamente

🇹🇷 yavaş giden kişi

🇰🇷 느리게 걷는 사람

🇸🇦 شخص يتحرك ببطء

🇨🇿 člověk, který se pohybuje pomalu

🇸🇰 človek, ktorý sa pomaly pohybuje

🇨🇳 慢慢走的人

🇸🇮 oseba, ki se premika počasi

🇮🇸 maður sem gengur hægt

🇰🇿 баяу жүретін адам

🇬🇪 ადამიანი, რომელიც ნელა მოძრაობს

🇦🇿 yavaş gedən adam

🇲🇽 persona que camina lentamente

Word origin

The term 'hobbler' is believed to have originated from the Middle English word 'hobb' which referred to a small boat or skiff and 'ler' as a suffix denoting an agent or a person associated with a certain activity. The use of small vessels for fishing has been documented for centuries, as fishermen required agile and maneuverable crafts to access various fishing locations. In coastal communities, hobblers became essential for their ability to navigate shallow waters, thus expanding the range of species that could be caught. Over time, the term evolved in various dialects and regions, with the concept of a hobbler gaining popularity in both recreational and commercial fishing communities.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,408, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.