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shipwright

 

[ ˈʃɪp.raɪt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

craftsman work

A shipwright is a skilled craftsman who builds and repairs ships and other large vessels. This profession involves knowledge of ship design, marine engineering, and carpentry, often requiring expertise in various materials such as wood and metal. Shipwrights play a crucial role in maritime industries by ensuring the seaworthiness of vessels.

Synonyms

boatbuilder, craftsman, shipbuilder

Examples of usage

  • The shipwright carefully inspected the hull for any damage.
  • Many shipwrights are trained in traditional boatbuilding techniques.
  • The shipwrights at the dock are busy repairing fishing boats.

Translations

Translations of the word "shipwright" in other languages:

🇵🇹 construtor de navios

🇮🇳 जहाज बनाने वाला

🇩🇪 Schiffbauer

🇮🇩 tukang kapal

🇺🇦 корабельний майстер

🇵🇱 stoczniowiec

🇯🇵 造船工

🇫🇷 charpentier de marine

🇪🇸 carpintero de barcos

🇹🇷 gemi inşaatçısı

🇰🇷 조선공

🇸🇦 صانع السفن

🇨🇿 stavitel lodí

🇸🇰 staviteľ lodí

🇨🇳 造船工

🇸🇮 ladjedelavec

🇮🇸 skipasmiður

🇰🇿 кемемен кемеші

🇬🇪 კორაბლის მწარმოებელი

🇦🇿 gəmilər inşa edən

🇲🇽 constructor de barcos

Etymology

The term 'shipwright' dates back to Middle English, where it originally appeared as 'shipwryght', stemming from the Old English 'sceppend', meaning 'creator' or 'maker'. The word is a compound of 'ship', referencing a vessel designed for navigation on water, and 'wright', which comes from the Old English 'wiht', meaning 'worker' or 'maker'. Throughout history, shipwrights were essential in the development of navigation, helping to construct a variety of vessels, from ancient galleys to modern maritime crafts. The trade has evolved with advancements in technology, but the core principles of designing and constructing seaworthy ships remain fundamental to the profession today.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,598 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.