haaf (Meaning)
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haaf (n.)
The deepsea fishing for cod, ling, and tusk, off the Shetland Isles.
Synonyms & Antonyms of haaf
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haaf Sentence Examples
- The fishermen cast their nets into the haaf, hoping for a plentiful catch.
- The haaf, a traditional Scottish fishing net, was once used widely in coastal areas.
- The size and shape of the haaf varied depending on the type of fish being targeted.
- The haaf was held in place by anchors and ropes, forming a large enclosure.
- Fishermen would patiently wait for hours, monitoring the haaf for signs of fish.
- Once fish were trapped in the haaf, they were hauled in using ropes and a winch.
- The haaf method of fishing was particularly effective for targeting herring and mackerel.
- Modern fishing techniques have largely replaced the traditional haaf, but it remains an important part of Scottish fishing heritage.
- In some parts of Scotland, the haaf is still used for recreational fishing and educational purposes.
- The haaf has become a symbol of the close relationship between Scottish culture and the sea.
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The deepsea fishing for cod, ling, and tusk, off the Shetland Isles.
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No antonyms found.
The fishermen cast their nets into the haaf, hoping for a plentiful catch.
The haaf, a traditional Scottish fishing net, was once used widely in coastal areas.
The size and shape of the haaf varied depending on the type of fish being targeted.
The haaf was held in place by anchors and ropes, forming a large enclosure.
