Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gilling
verb
/ˈɡɪlɪŋ/
Definition
The act of fishing using gillnets, a method in which fish are caught by their gills as they attempt to swim through the net.
Examples
- He spent the afternoon gilling in the quiet waters of the lake.
- Gilling is a common technique used by commercial fishermen in the region.
Meaning
Gilling refers specifically to the process of using nets that trap fish by their gills, preventing their escape and allowing fishermen to catch them more easily.
Synonyms
- netting
- fishing
