fishnet — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A net used to catch fish.

   Usage

   • Countable

   Synonyms

   fishing net

   Broader terms

   netequipment

   Examples

   The fishnets were hung over bushes to dry.

2. A fabric mesh with an open diamond-shaped structure.

   Usage

   • Uncountable

   Examples

   More examples (1)

   All the little minnows which were not caught for bait this spring may well give thanks to the women of the U. S. who have adopted fishnet turbans, scarfs, belts and skirts as items in their sports outfits.

3. Stockings made of fishnet fabric.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • plural-normally

   Examples

   Fishnets are for catching men.

   More examples (1)

   I don't see people walking around in the fishnets, heels and make-up, but I do see alot^([sic]) of guys with the short bleached blonde hair, the baggy sweats, and other Eminemesque fashions...

Noun

1. a net that will enclose fish when it is pulled in

   Synonyms

   fishing net

   Broader terms

   net