priest
n. countable B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈpɹist// UK //pɹˈiːst// priest
n. a heavy tool used to hit a fish quickly on the head after catching it. You use this to kill the fish in a fast and humane way.
n. a weighted club or heavy instrument used to deliver a lethal blow to the head of a caught fish. Typically used in angling to ensure a swift and humane kill.
The fisherman used a priest to kill the trout quickly.
After landing the large salmon, he reached for his wooden priest to dispatch the fish immediately.
Experienced anglers often carry a brass-weighted priest to ensure that any fish intended for the table is killed instantly and humanely upon being brought aboard.
Usage
Commonly used in the context of fly fishing and commercial angling.