fish lure

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Word: Fish Lure

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A fish lure is a type of artificial bait that people use when fishing. It is usually made of bright materials like plastic or metal and often has hooks and sometimes feathers attached to it. The bright colors and movements of the lure attract fish, making them think it is real food.

Usage Instructions:

• Fish lures are used by anglers (people who fish) to catch fish.
• To use a fish lure, you typically attach it to a fishing line and cast it into the water, then reel it in to mimic the movement of prey.

Example:

• "When I went fishing last weekend, I used a shiny fish lure that looked like a small fish, and I caught two trout!"

Advanced Usage:

• In competitive fishing, choosing the right fish lure can be crucial for success. Anglers often select different lures depending on the type of fish they want to catch and the fishing conditions.

Word Variants:

• Lure (verb): To attract someone or something, often in a deceptive way.
  • Example: "The bright colors of the lure lured the fish closer."

Different Meanings:

• "Lure" can also refer to something that attracts or tempts someone to do something.
  • Example: "The promise of a big prize was a lure for many contestants."

Synonyms:

• Bait
• Attractant
• Enticement

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "Lure someone in": This means to attract someone to a place or situation, often in a way that is not straightforward.

  • Example: "The advertisement was designed to lure customers in with a special discount."

• "Fall for the lure": This means to be deceived or tricked by something attractive.

  • Example: "He fell for the lure of easy money and invested in a scam."

Summary:

A fish lure is an important tool for fishing, designed to attract fish with its bright colors and enticing movements.

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Noun

1. (angling) any bright artificial bait consisting of plastic or metal mounted with hooks and trimmed with feathers

Synonyms

• fisherman's lure