to troll

Dictionary of American Words And Phrases by John Russell Bartlett.

A method of fishing, by a long line attached to the stern of a boat, which is set in motion by sails or muffled oars. A piece of tin, or a strip of red and white cloth, is attached to the hook, which, passing rapidly along the surface of the water, is seized by the fish. Bass are generally caught in this way.

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