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FISHGIG
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
An implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish
Synonyms:
fishgig; fizgig; gig; lance; spear
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Hypernyms ("fishgig" is a kind of...):
implement (instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end)
Hyponyms (each of the following is a kind of "fishgig"):
harpoon (a spear with a shaft and barbed point for throwing; used for catching large fish or whales; a strong line is attached to it)
leister (a spear with three or more prongs; used for spearing fish (especially salmon))
Holonyms ("fishgig" is a member of...):
fishing gear; fishing rig; fishing tackle; rig; tackle (gear used in fishing)
