Fishing Gear Terminology

noun a complex structure or pattern formed by intertwining three or more strands of hair, rope, or other materials

verb to interweave strands of hair, rope, or other materials to form a braid

• The hairstylist expertly weaved a beautiful braid into the bride's hair.
• I love how your braid turned out, it looks so cool!
• She's always rocking those killer braids, it's her signature look.
• The different storylines in the movie were like strands of a braid, coming together to form a cohesive narrative.

noun a person who is easily deceived or cheated

• The gudgeon is a small freshwater fish commonly found in rivers and streams.
• I caught a gudgeon while fishing in the creek yesterday.
• Hey, did you see that gudgeon of a guy at the party last night?
• She felt like a gudgeon in a sea of sharks during the job interview.

noun a knitting stitch made by putting the needle through the front of the stitch from right to left

verb to knit with a purl stitch

• The intricate lace pattern was created using a combination of knit and purl stitches.
• I'm trying to learn how to purl in my knitting class, but it's a bit tricky.
• I totally purl-fected my scarf last night, it looks amazing!
• She tried to purl her way out of the situation, but eventually had to face the consequences.

noun a thin piece of wood that has fallen or been cut from a tree

verb to attach or fix something to something else using an adhesive substance

adjective having a stiff or rigid shape or form

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• Please make sure to stick to the schedule for the project.
• I always stick to my morning routine.
• Let's stick together and finish this task.
• Sometimes you just have to stick with what you know and trust your instincts.