trawler

Definition

A large fishing vessel equipped with nets that are dragged or 'trawled' through the water to catch fish or other marine life.

Etymology

The word comes from the Middle English 'trawl', meaning a net, likely derived from the Middle French 'troller', meaning to wander or ramble, reflecting how the boat moves while fishing.

In the news

In the article, a trawler is the specific type of foreign vessel being sanctioned for illegal fishing. It highlights the scale of illegal activity often conducted by industrial-sized fishing boats.

Argentina sanctions fourth foreign vessel for illegal fishing in 2026: fines exceed $4.533 billion

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