angler

noun
UK /ˈæŋ.ɡlər/
US /ˈæŋ.ɡlɚ/

A person who catches fish with a fishing rod.

The angler sat by the river all morning waiting for a bite.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A fish that lures other fish toward its mouth to eat them.

The anglerfish uses a glowing lure to attract prey in the dark sea.

3. A person who uses clever tricks to get what they want from others.

He was an angler for compliments, always fishing for praise.

4. Someone who fishes with a hook and line for sport rather than for a living.

The anglers gathered at the lake for the weekend tournament.