FYKE

Etymology

Noun

fyke (plural fykes)

(fishing) A type of fish-trap consisting of tubular nets that are supported by hoops.

Synonym: fyke net, fyke-net

Source: Wiktionary


Fyke, n. Etym: [D. fuik a bow net.]

Definition: A long bag net distended by hoops, into which fish can pass easily, without being able to return; -- called also fyke net. Cozzens.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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