fly line
1fly line — noun 1. : the habitual line of flight of a bird group in its migrations compare flyway 2. : line for use in fly fishing * * * Angling. a line for use in fly fishing. * * * fly line noun A line for angling with an artificial fly • • • Main Entry:… …
2fly line — 1) a line for fly fishing. Originally made of silk but now a braided core covered with a plastic coating and about 1.5 2.0 mm in diameter. The plastic coating gives weight to the line which is necessary to deliver the fly as no weights are used.… …
3fly line — Angling. a line for use in fly fishing. * * * …
4fly line — /ˈflaɪ laɪn/ (say fluy luyn) noun a line used in fly fishing …
5Fly fishing — in a river Fly fishing is an angling method in which an artificial fly is used to catch fish. The fly is cast using a fly rod, reel, and specialized weighted line. Casting a nearly weightless fly or lure requires casting techniques significantly… …
6Fly system — Fly loft of the Theater Bielefeld in Germany A fly system, flying system or theatrical rigging system, is a system of lines (e.g. ropes), blocks (pulleys), counterweights and related devices within a theatre that enable a stage crew to quickly,… …
7Fly fishing tackle — comprises the fishing tackle or equipment typically used by fly anglers. Fly fishing tackle includes: * Fly rods a specialized type of fishing rod designed to cast fly line and artificial flies * Fly reels a specialized type of fishing reel… …
8fleet fly line — a line with 12 20 hooks used for mackerel or young saithe (Scottish dialect) …
9Fly lure — A fly lure, Fly, or pattern, in the terminology of sport fishing and fly fishing, is an artificial fishing lure tied, most commonly, with thread, feathers, and fur, but may also include lead (for weight), ribbon, tinsel, beads, and other assorted …
10fly-fishing — /fluy fish ing/, n. Angling. a method of fishing in which fly casting is used. [1645 55] * * * ▪ sport Introduction method of angling employing a long rod, typically 7 to 11 feet (2 to 3.5 metres) in length, constructed of carbon fibre,… …
