What is another word for pound net?
Pronunciation: [pˈa͡ʊnd nˈɛt] (IPA) 
Pound net is a type of fishing net placed in shallow waters that comprises of a series of vertical stakes connected by nets or wire ropes. There are several synonyms for pound net, like fish trap, fish enclosure, and fish pen. All of these terms refer to the same fishing technique using fixed nets and stakes to trap fish. Other synonyms for pound net include fish weir, fishing weel, and fyke net. The design of the pound net may vary regionally, but the basic concept remains the same. Pound nets have been used for centuries and are still a commonly used method of fishing today.
