Definition
An angler is a person who catches fish using a hook and fishing line. In other words, it refers to someone who practices the activity known as angling.
Usage Example
"An angler spends hours by the water, waiting patiently for the right moment to strike."
Notes on Word Usage
The term usually describes recreational or sport fishers rather than those who fish commercially. It can also appear metaphorically, describing someone who skillfully seeks advantage or opportunity.
Author’s summary: The word "angler" means a person fishing with a hook and line, often for leisure or sport, symbolizing patience and precision rather than livelihood.
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