fishing
nounUK /ˈfɪʃɪŋ/
US /ˈfɪʃɪŋ/
Fishing is the activity of trying to catch fish.
We went fishing at the lake and caught two fish.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The sport or job of catching fish.
Fishing is a popular sport in many countries.
3. Searching for something in a sneaky or indirect way.
He was fishing for compliments after the show.
4. The business of catching and selling fish.
The town depends on fishing for its income.