Pronunciation: [dɹˈɒpla͡ɪn] (IPA) 
The word "dropline" is spelled as d-r-o-l-i-n-e. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is written as /drəʊlaɪn/. The first syllable "dro" is pronounced with the vowel sound /əʊ/, which is the same as in the word "go." The second syllable "line" is pronounced with the long vowel sound /aɪ/ as in "eye." Overall, the pronunciation of "dropline" is "droh-lin" with the stress on the first syllable.
Dropline refers to a specific type of fishing technique commonly used in deep-sea or offshore fishing. In this method, a weighted line with hooks or baited lures is dropped vertically into the water column to target fish that inhabit the depths. The line is typically connected to a sturdy fishing rod and reel system, which aids in controlling, retrieving, and landing the catch.
The dropline technique is effective for capturing various species that dwell in deeper waters, such as cod, haddock, snapper, grouper, tuna, and other bottom-dwelling or pelagic fish. The weighted line allows the baited hooks or lures to sink quickly to the desired depth, attracting the attention of fish that reside beneath the surface.
To implement the dropline method, anglers often choose specific areas with known fish populations or explore the oceanic floor in search of promising locations. Once the line reaches the target depth, anglers may use different methods to entice fish, such as jiggling or jerking the line to simulate live prey movements.
While dropline fishing primarily targets bottom-dwelling or deep-sea species, it can also capture pelagic fish that venture near the ocean floor. This technique is commonly utilized by recreational anglers and commercial fishermen alike due to its relative simplicity, versatility, and efficiency in targeting fish in deeper waters.
The word "dropline" is a compound noun derived from the combination of two words: "drop" and "line".
"Drop" comes from the Old English word "droppian", which means "to fall in drops or to let fall". It can also refer to a small quantity of liquid that falls in a spherical or pear-shaped mass.
"Line" comes from the Old English word "līn", which originally referred to a cord made from flax fibers. Over time, it extended its meaning to include any kind of thin elongated marking or object.
When combined, "drop" and "line" in the context of a dropline refer to a type of fishing line, specifically a heavy fishing line with a baited hook suspended vertically into the water. This fishing technique involves dropping the line straight down into the water column to catch fish that dwell closer to the seabed.
