upcatch

/ˈʌpkætʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to catch or intercept something, especially a fish, by lifting it up.

“The fishermen upcaught a large trout in the river.”

2. noun

the act of catching or intercepting something, especially a fish, by lifting it up.

“The upcatch was impressive, considering the size of the fish.”

Synonyms

  • catch
  • intercept

Antonyms

  • let go
  • release