fishing

/ˈfɪʃɪŋ/noun

The activity of trying to catch fish.

Example sentence

“My uncle goes fishing on the lake every Saturday morning.”

'Fishing for compliments' means hinting so others will praise you, and a 'fishing expedition' is a search for anything usable rather than specific evidence.

sports

Related words

huntingThe activity of tracking and killing wild animals, either as a sport or to use their meat, fur, or other parts.canoeingThe sport of paddling or racing canoes or kayaks on the water.campingThe activity of staying and sleeping outdoors in a tent or similar shelter, for fun or learning.kayakingThe sport of paddling a kayak, whether racing or performing tricks.aerobicsEnergetic physical exercise, usually done to music, that strengthens the heart and lungs.rappellingThe activity of lowering yourself down a cliff or wall using a rope.