noun
- a mechanical device used in fishing that lowers a weighted line or cable to deploy a fishing lure or bait at a desired depth below the water surface
Usage: fishing; commonly used in saltwater and freshwater trolling
Examples
- The angler used a downrigger to fish at depths where the salmon were feeding.
- Modern downriggers have electronic depth counters that help anglers target specific water layers.
- He attached the fishing line to the downrigger's release mechanism before casting out.
- The boat was equipped with four downriggers for trolling multiple lines simultaneously.
- Downriggers allow fishermen to present lures at consistent depths throughout the day.