seiner

/ˈsīnər/

Definitions

1. noun

A fisherman or a fisher, especially of salmon.

“The seiner’s boat was loaded with fresh catch from the morning fishing trip.”

2. noun

A person who seines, especially as a fisherman.

“The seiner’s nets were filled with the day’s catch, which he would sell at the market.”

3. proper noun

In some cases, refers to a specific person or boat known as a seiner.

“The seiner ‘Sea Dragon’ was famous for its record-breaking catch of salmon in the Pacific Ocean.”

Synonyms

  • angler
  • fisher
  • fisherman

Antonyms

  • landlubber
  • non-fisher