Fishing:
Fishing is the activity of trying to catch a fish. Fish are normally caught in the wild. Fishing is done in lake, sea or river. The term fishing may also be used for catching other aquatic animals such as molluscs, cephalopods, crustaceans, and echinoderms.
Angling:
Angling is the method of fishing by means of an “angle” which means fish hook. The hook is usually attached to a fishing line and the line is often attached to a fishing rod.
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The activity of catching fish, either for food or as a sport | The sport or pastime of fishing with a rod and line |
| Synonyms | Piscary, trolling, fly-fishing and fresh water fishing | Drop a line, dangle a line and cast |
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| History | It is an ancient practice dating back at least 40000 years. Since the 16th century fishing vessels have been able to cross oceans in pursuit of fish and since the 19th century it has been possible to use larger vessels and in some cases process the fish on board. | The history of angling is in large part the history of tackle, as the equipment for fishing called. |
| Word origin | It was originated in between 1250-1300, Middle English fissing. | It was originated in between 1490-1500; angle + -ing. |
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