Pronunciation

/siːˈmən/

Definitions

• Noun: A person who works on a ship, especially one who is not an officer. Also used more generally to refer to a sailor. ["A seasoned seaman with years of experience."]

• Verb: To navigate or work on a ship, often in a professional capacity. ["The young apprentice was learning to seaman under the watchful eye of the captain."]

Phrases

• “Be a good seaman” means to be skilled and competent at sea.
• “To man the helm as a seaman” signifies taking control of a ship’s steering.
• “Seamanlike qualities” describe traits of being reliable and capable at sea.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The crew consisted of experienced seamen and a few novice sailors.”
• Verb: “After completing his training, he became a certified seaman and joined a merchant fleet.”
• Adjective: “The seaman’s life can be both adventurous and challenging.”

Synonyms

• Sailor
• Mariner
• Deckhand
• Seafarer
• Oceanic worker

Antonyms

• Landlubber (a person unused to or unskilled at sea)