bottom fishing
Noun
Meaning
Fishing with bait, lines, and other gear used to catch aquatic creatures which inhabit the lowest regions of a body of water, including a seabed or riverbed.
(idiomatic, business, finance) Buying, or seeking opportunities to buy, investment securities or other valuable properties at a time when markets are depressed and prices are low.
bottom-fishing (uncountable)
Alternative form of bottom fishing
Alternative names
bottom-fishing
Examples
Bottom fishing is beginning to show better signs of producing, though strong currents are still plaguing the preferred areas.
Bottom fishing in these areas is resulting in action from flounder, sheepshead and gag grouper.