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fyke

noun
\ ˈfīk How to pronounce fyke (audio) \

Definition of fyke

: a long bag net kept open by hoops

Examples of fyke in a Sentence

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 The yield, captured in about 24 hours in a single fyke net on the western shore of McDermott, was impressive. — Paul A. Smith, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Smith: Can the walleye population rebound in McDermott Lake if bass and panfish are reduced?," 30 June 2018

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First Known Use of fyke

1832, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for fyke

Dutch fuik

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