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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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