lobstering

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  1. The taking of lobsters. In many regions the men engage in lobstering only when other fisheries, which are more profitable to them, cannot be carried on. Fisheries of U. S., V. ii. 663.

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  • Johnny tried to scrape a bare existence from lobstering or scalloping or tub-trawling the seas about the Cape, but in the lean months, all twelve of them most years, he was forced to keep his family fed by taking on other jobs like stocking grocery shelves. —  Scoundrel by Bernard Cornwell
  • Now there was only lobstering, with crabbing on the side (as long as they were in the lobster traps anyway), and just a touch of tourism, accidental mostly, for Jameson was well away from any beaten track. —  Just a Corpse at Twilight - Janwillem van de Wetering - Grijpstra-de Gier 12
  • Anyone lobstering between the ages of 16 and 65 must have a valid state saltwater fishing liscence and a crawfish permit. —  xml's Blinklist.com
  • Mr. Parkes also enjoyed fishing, boating and lobstering. —  Home - BostonHerald.com
  • We provide information information you may need on lobstering, lobster boats for sale, boat builders and used lobster boats. —  Find Free Articles - ArticlesBase
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