fisherfolk Meaning & Definition
/ˈfɪʃəfəʊk/
What Does Fisherfolk Mean?
Fisherfolk is used as a noun meaning People who fish for a living. It is also used to mean Members of a culture that is dominated by fishing.
Fisherfolk: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈfɪʃəfəʊk/ |
| Plural | fishersfolk |
Fisherfolk Definition (Noun)
- People who fish for a living.
- Members of a culture that is dominated by fishing.
- Recreational fishers.
Synonyms of Fisherfolk
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Fisherfolk synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
fisherfolk (countable and uncountable, plural fishersfolk or fisherfolks)
Origin of Fisherfolk
From fisher (“person who catches fish, especially for a living or for sport”) + folk; compare fisherman.