Seamanship: meaning, definitions and examples

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seamanship

 

[ ˈsiːmənʃɪp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

skills of a sailor

Seamanship refers to the art and skill of operating a ship or boat. It involves knowledge and practical abilities related to navigation, safety, maintenance, and handling of a vessel at sea.

Synonyms

boating, navigation, sailing

Examples of usage

  • His seamanship was unmatched, as he navigated the treacherous waters with ease.
  • The captain's seamanship saved the crew from a potential disaster.
  • She demonstrated excellent seamanship by quickly responding to the changing weather conditions.

Translations

Translations of the word "seamanship" in other languages:

🇵🇹 marinharia

🇮🇳 नौचालन

🇩🇪 Seemannschaft

🇮🇩 kemahiran pelaut

🇺🇦 морська справа

🇵🇱 żeglarstwo

🇯🇵 船員術 (せんいんじゅつ)

🇫🇷 manœuvre

🇪🇸 marinería

🇹🇷 denizcilik

🇰🇷 해양 기술 (haeyang gisul)

🇸🇦 الفن البحري

🇨🇿 námořnictví

🇸🇰 námorníctvo

🇨🇳 航海术 (hánghǎi shù)

🇸🇮 pomorstvo

🇮🇸 sjómannskap

🇰🇿 теңізшілер өнері

🇬🇪 ზღვაოსნობა

🇦🇿 dənizçilik

🇲🇽 marinería

Etymology

The term 'seamanship' has its origins in the early days of seafaring when sailors had to rely on their skills and knowledge to navigate the oceans. It encompasses a wide range of abilities that have been honed over centuries of maritime exploration. From ancient mariners using the stars for navigation to modern sailors utilizing advanced technology, seamanship continues to be a crucial aspect of maritime operations.