Word
fisher
Phoneticsfish·er, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈfɪʃɝ/
UK/fˈɪʃɐ/
Definitions
01person who fishes
A2 · Elementary Countable noun
n. a person who catches fish for a job or for fun.
n. a person who catches fish, whether for commercial purposes or as a recreational pastime.
“The fisher sat quietly by the river waiting for a bite.”
“Local fishers have expressed concern regarding the new regulations that limit the catch size for several protected species in the bay.”
Usage
While 'fisherman' is more common, 'fisher' is often used as a gender-neutral alternative.
02the animal
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Science Technical
n. a North American animal with thick brown fur that looks like a large weasel.
n. a North American marten-like mammal (Pekania pennanti) known for its dark, thick fur and predatory habits.
“We saw a fisher running through the woods during our hike in Canada.”
“The reintroduction of the fisher into its native habitat has helped control the population of porcupines in the northern forests.”
Teaching tip
Despite the name 'fisher cat', this animal is a member of the weasel family and does not eat fish as its primary diet.
Synonyms
Etymology
From fisher (“fisherman”). Doublet of Fisker.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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