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Nautically: meaning, definitions and examples

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nautically

 

[ nɔːtɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

related to navigation

The word 'nautically' refers to anything pertaining to navigation, sailors, or the sea. It is often used in the context of maritime activities, including navigation techniques, ship handling, and the ocean environment. Nautically can describe actions, terms, or equipment specifically related to seafaring.

Synonyms

maritimately, nautical

Examples of usage

  • The captain spoke nautically to the crew.
  • They navigated the waters nautically using traditional methods.
  • The terms were explained in a nautically relevant manner.

Translations

Translations of the word "nautically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 navalmente

🇮🇳 नौसैनिक रूप से

🇩🇪 nautisch

🇮🇩 navigasi

🇺🇦 навігаційно

🇵🇱 nawigacyjnie

🇯🇵 海上で

🇫🇷 nautiquement

🇪🇸 naúticamente

🇹🇷 denizcilik açısından

🇰🇷 해상적으로

🇸🇦 بحريًا

🇨🇿 námořně

🇸🇰 námornícky

🇨🇳 航海上

🇸🇮 pomorsko

🇮🇸 sjóleiðsögu

🇰🇿 теңіздік

🇬🇪 ნავიგაციის

🇦🇿 dənizçilik baxımından

🇲🇽 naúticamente

Word origin

The term 'nautically' is derived from the Latin word 'nauticus', which means 'pertaining to ships or sailing'. This Latin term traces back to the Greek word 'nautikos', which comes from 'nautes', meaning 'sailor'. The evolution of the word through different languages showcases the significance of maritime activities across cultures. Nautically has been used in English since the late 19th century, gaining popularity in both literary and technical contexts related to navigation and seafaring. As the maritime industry developed, the need for precise language related to navigation became essential, further solidifying the term's place in the English language.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,941, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.