SportsJuly 14, 2026

anglers

/ˈæŋɡlərz/

Definition

People who fish with a hook and line, especially as a recreational sport or in a competitive setting.

Etymology

Derived from the Old English 'angul', meaning a hook, which is related to the Germanic root for 'angle' or 'bend'. The term evolved to describe the act of using a hooked line to catch fish.

In the news

The term appears in the name of the 'Roy Martin Young Anglers Tournament,' which is a fishing competition for youth. It highlights the sporting aspect of fishing rather than just gathering food.

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