angling
ˈæŋɡlɪŋ
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Definition of angling - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

fishing sportcatching fish with a rod, line, hook, and bait or lure
  • Angling is a popular hobby for many people.
fishing sportfishing

Adjective

1.
mathematicsRarepositioned at an angleRare
  • The angling roof made the room feel cozy.
inclined slanted
2.
sportsRareUKrelated to fishing with a rod and lineRareUK
  • He bought new angling equipment for the weekend trip.
fishing piscatorial
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  • angling: catching fish with a rod, line, hook, and bait or lure
    catching fish with a rod, line, hook, and bait or lure

Origin of angling

Old English, angel (hook) + -

Terms with angling included in their meaning

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angling equipment
cord used to attach bait, sometimes with leader, float, sinker, hook
angling
artificial bait used to attract fish
lake angling
North American bass from inland waters, liked for eating and recreation
recreational angling
species pursued for sport, valued for strong resistance on line
angling practice
fishing practice of releasing caught fish
deep angling
fishing with gear to catch bottom-dwelling aquatic creatures
trophy angling
large game fish with a long upper jaw
freshwater angling
type of catfish found in North America

Examples of angling in a sentence

  • She learned angling from her grandfather.
  • The angling walls created a unique space.
  • The angling beams added character to the house.
  • They joined an angling club to learn more about fishing.
  • The store has a wide range of angling supplies.

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  1. French:pêche à la ligne, en pente, ...
  2. German:Angeln, gewinkelt, ...
  3. Italian:pesca sportiva, inclinato, ...
  4. Spanish:pesca con caña, inclinado, ...
  5. Portuguese:pesca desportiva, inclinada, ...
  6. Chinese:钓鱼, 倾斜的, ...
  7. Japanese:釣り, 傾斜した, ...
  8. Arabic:صَيْد السَّمَك بِالصِّنَّارَة, مائِل, ...
  9. Hebrew:דִּיג בְּחַכָּה, אֱלַכְסוֹנִי, ...
  10. Russian:рыбалка, наклонный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:ловля на вудку, похилений, ...
  12. Hindi:एंगलिंग, झुका हुआ, ...
angle
ˈæŋɡəl
angle: figure formed by two rays or planes
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Definition of angle - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
mathematicsTECH.figure formed by two rays or planesTECH.
  • The angle between the lines is 90 degrees.
corner intersection vertex
2.
point of viewviewpoint or perspective on something
  • She considered the problem from a different angle.
outlook standpoint view
3.
architecturecorner where two walls intersect
  • The angle of the room was sharp.
corner intersection

Verb

1.
positioningtr.tilt something to face a chosen directiontr.
  • She angled the mirror to reflect more light.
slant tilt
2.
maneuveringintr.seek to obtain something indirectlyintr.
  • She angled for a compliment on her new dress..
maneuver scheme
3.
communicationtr.present information with a certain biastr.
  • The article was angled to support the new policy.
bias slant spin
4.
fishingtr./intr.RareUKfish using a hook and linetr./intr.RareUK
  • They spent the afternoon angling by the river.
cast fish
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  • angle: figure formed by two rays or planes
    figure formed by two rays or planes
  • angle: corner where two walls intersect
    corner where two walls intersect
  • angle: fishing tackle, especially a hook
    fishing tackle, especially a hook

Expressions with angle

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try to get something indirectly
She angled for a promotion by attending every meeting.
in a way that shows something from all physical directions or sides
The car looks impressive from every angle on the showroom floor.
asks what motive someone has for a particular action
You keep buying him gifts; what's your angle here?
tactic used to evoke others' pity or support
She used an angle for sympathy to gain support.
try to get noticed by others
She angled for attention by telling a dramatic story.
inquiring about someone's hidden motive or agenda
I wonder what his angle on this deal is.

Origin of angle

Latin, angulus (corner)

Examples of angle in a sentence

  • An angle of 45 degrees is often used in design.
  • His angle on the issue was quite unique.
  • Journalists often seek a fresh angle for their stories.
  • The architect designed an unusual angle in the hallway.
  • They decorated the angle with a beautiful sculpture.
  • There's always an angle in his negotiations.

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  1. French:angle, incliner, ...
  2. German:Winkel, einstellen, ...
  3. Italian:angolo, angolare, ...
  4. Spanish:ángulo, colocar, ...
  5. Portuguese:ângulo, posicionar, ...
  6. Chinese:角, 调整, ...
  7. Japanese:角度, 傾ける, ...
  8. Arabic:زاوِيَة, أمال, ...
  9. Hebrew:זָוִית, לְהַטּוֹת, ...
  10. Russian:угол, устанавливать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:кут, нахилити, ...
  12. Hindi:कोण, झुकाना, ...
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