1. a three-pronged spear used for catching fish
Usage: fishing

Examples

• The fisherman gripped his leister tightly as he waded into the shallow stream.
• Traditional salmon fishing often involved using a leister from the riverbank.
• The museum displayed an ancient leister made of carved bone and metal.
• He practiced throwing the leister at targets before attempting to spear fish.
• The three sharp prongs of the leister made it effective for catching large fish.