gigger

/ˈɡɪɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who fishes for or sells eels, especially in the British Isles.

“The eel fishermen were known as giggers in the local community.”

2. verb

To fish for eels using a forked stick or a gaff.

“The villagers giggered the eels in the early morning hours.”

Synonyms

  • eel fisher
  • eel seller

Antonyms

  • eel hunter
  • eel poacher