Waltonian

1 of 2

noun

Wal·​to·​ni·​an

wȯlˈtōnēən

plural -s

: a follower of Izaak Walton or his writings

especially : angler

fish that any Waltonian might well stare at

—John Coulter

Waltonian

2 of 2

adjective

: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of Izaak Walton or his writings on angling

sporting facilities include trout fishing in Waltonian streams

—London Calling

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Izaak Walton †1683 English biographer and author + English -an, noun suffix

Adjective

Izaak Walton †1683 + English -an, adjective suffix

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