Pronunciation: [sˈe͡ɪn] (IPA) 
The word "seine" is derived from the French word "senne" and is pronounced /seɪn/. It is a fishing net that is hung vertically in the water and is used to catch fish by encircling them. The spelling of the word "seine" is unique because it has four letters but two syllables. This is due to the use of the silent "e" at the end of the word, which changes the pronunciation of the preceding "i" from a short "i" to a long "e".
A seine is a type of fishing net that is characterized by its long, narrow shape and the presence of floats at one end and weights at the other. It is typically used in rivers, lakes, or coastal waters to catch fish or other aquatic organisms.
The design of the seine allows it to be deployed in the water by a group of fishermen. One end of the net is held onshore, while the other end is released into the water and allowed to sink. The fishermen then slowly move towards the shore, gradually encircling the fish within the net. Once the net is fully deployed, the fishermen close the ends, effectively trapping the fish inside. The floats on the upper edge of the net keep it afloat on the water surface, while the weights on the bottom edge ensure the net remains vertical and prevents fish from escaping underneath.
Seines can vary in size and are often made of strong, durable materials such as nylon or polyethylene. In addition to commercial fishing, seines are also used for scientific research and educational purposes to sample and study aquatic ecosystems. They enable the collection of a wide variety of fish species, allowing researchers to analyze populations, biodiversity, and other ecological factors. Seines have been used for centuries and have proven to be an effective and efficient method of fishing and scientific data collection.
A large fishing-net.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "seine" has a relatively straightforward etymology. It comes from the Old English word "segn" or "segyn", which was derived from the Latin word "sagina" meaning "a net". The Old English term was influenced by the Old French word "saigne", which referred to a large fishing net. Over time, the word evolved into its modern form, "seine", which denotes a type of fishing net used in rivers or along coastlines.
