angling

noun

an·​gling ˈaŋ-gliŋ 

: the action of one who angles

especially : the action or sport of fishing with hook and line

Synonyms of angling

• tilt
• tip

Examples of angling in a Sentence

an angling adventure in the mountains

his angling of the picture made everything else on the wall look crooked

Recent Examples on the Web

McKay Lake Open Space CBS However, CPW said that anglers must have a valid Colorado fishing license and follow all legal angling methods. — Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

Simple adjustments like raising the seat or angling handlebars can make all the difference. — ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026

In May, shortly after Comey’s indictment, Blanche—by then the acting Attorney General and angling to get the top spot on a permanent basis—contended that the government had more to go on than the single photo. — Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 31 July 2026

But the 49-member Rules and Bylaws Committee could punt on the decision to next month, when the full DNC body will meet, or even later, amid heavy angling from states to hold the first primary. — Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 23 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for angling

• tangling

Kids Definition

angling

noun

an·​gling ˈaŋ-gliŋ 

: fishing with hook and line for pleasure