Trawler
(noun)
- A fishing boat that uses a trawl net to catch fish.
- A type of fishing method that involves dragging a net through the water to catch fish.
Origin:
The word trawler comes from the old french word trôleur, which comes from the verb trôler, meaning to pull or drag. it was first used in english in the early 19th century to refer to a type of fishing boat that used a trawl net to catch fish.
Examples:
- The trawler cast its net into the ocean and waited for fish to become entangled.
- The fishing village was home to many trawlers, each one with its own unique design.
- The sea was rough and the trawler pitched and tossed as it made its way back to port.
- The trawler had been out at sea for days and the crew was exhausted but happy with their haul of fish.
- The trawler was equipped with modern technology to aid in the fishing process.