spearer

/ˈspɛrər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or animal that spears, especially a fisherman who uses a harpoon or spear to catch fish.

“The spearer expertly navigated the icy waters to catch the prized arctic char.”

2. verb

To spear or hunt using a spear.

“The group decided to spear fish in the shallow waters for their evening meal.”

Synonyms

  • fisherman
  • harpooner

Antonyms

  • angler
  • netter