Angling. Colloq. shortening of Wickham’s Fancy, an artificial trout-fly.
1876. F. Francis, Bk. Angling, vi. (ed. 4), 241. The Wickham’s Fancy … enjoys a wide reputation.
1911. [Sir H. H. Bashford], Corner of Harley Street, i. 9. Snatching his joy as one of your own parr will take a Wickham on a clear pool.
