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Dragnet   /drˈægnˌɛt/   Listen
Dragnet

noun
1.
A system of coordinated measures for apprehending (criminals or other individuals).
2.
A conical fishnet dragged through the water at great depths.  Synonyms: trawl, trawl net.





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Words linked to "Dragnet" :   fishing net, scheme, fishnet, system


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