How Do You Spell LEISTER OR LISTER?

1. A leister, also known as a lister, is a specialized fishing tool primarily used for capturing fish by spearing or impaling them. It consists of a long pole or handle, typically made of wood or metal, with a cluster of sharpened prongs at the end. The prongs, often made of metal, are arranged in a radial pattern or resemble a trident shape. The purpose of the prongs is to penetrate the fish's flesh upon striking, ensuring it remains secure and preventing escape.

   Leisters or listers are commonly employed in shallow, clear waters, such as rivers, streams, or lakes, to catch fish that may prove difficult to capture using traditional angling techniques. They require skill and precision to be successful, as the fisherman must accurately aim and swiftly spear the fish with the sharpened prongs. It demands careful observation of the fish's movements and habitations before plunging the leister into the water.

   Historically, leisters have been used by indigenous cultures and early civilizations as an effective means of fishing. They have also been utilized for recreational purposes or as a survival tool in certain settings. However, due to the development of more efficient and less invasive fishing methods, leisters have become less common in modern times. Nevertheless, they remain of interest to those with an appreciation for traditional fishing techniques or as collectible items illustrating the evolution of angling practices throughout history.

2. In Scot., a spear armed with three or more prongs for striking fish.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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