angling
|an-gling|
B2
/ˈæŋɡlɪŋ/
(angle)
intersection of lines
Etymology
Etymology Information
'angling' originates from the Old English word 'angel,' which meant 'hook.'
Historical Evolution
'angel' transformed into the Middle English word 'anglen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'angling.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fish with a hook,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the sport or pastime of fishing with a rod and line.
He spent the weekend angling in the lake.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'angle'.
She is angling for a promotion at work.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42