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leister

Pronunciation: /ˈliːstə/

Definition of leister

noun

  • a pronged spear used for catching salmon.

verb

[with object]
  • spear (a fish) with a leister.

Origin:

mid 16th century: from Old Norse ljóstr, from ljósta 'to strike'

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