piscatrix

English

Noun

piscatrix (plural not attested)

1. (historical) A female fishmonger in ancient times.
2. (humorous) A female angler.
   • 1854, Mrs. Locke, Rosa St. Orme, and other tales (page 16)

     Lady Eda was reckoned by the learned in such matters to be a piscatrix of the most dexterous order; so that she only permitted Pierce to tie on her flies, but would not condescend to have further assistance from any one.

Related terms

• piscator