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TRAWLING Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word trawling. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word trawling. (close relations)
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trawltrawlstrawled

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dragnet
nounn
noun

• a system of coordinated measures for apprehending (criminals or other individuals)

• a conical fishnet dragged through the water at great depths

setline
verbv
noun

• a long fishing line with many shorter lines and hooks attached to it (usually suspended between buoys)

spiller
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an attacker who sheds or spills blood

• a long fishing line with many shorter lines and hooks attached to it (usually suspended between buoys)

trotline
nounn
noun

• a long fishing line with many shorter lines and hooks attached to it (usually suspended between buoys)

trawl line
nounn
noun

• a long fishing line with many shorter lines and hooks attached to it (usually suspended between buoys)

trawl net
nounn
noun

• a conical fishnet dragged through the water at great depths

Best Hypernyms For TRAWLING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for trawling, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (2)
fish fishnet
Phrases (2)
fishing linefishing net

Alternatives for DRAGNET

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