Purser

usgb/ˈpɜːrsər/
noun

A person responsible for handling money on a ship.

The purser is in charge of the ship's accounts and he gives out the sailors' pay.
Visual representation of "purser" - A person responsible for handling money on a ship.

Often appears as...

  • ship's purser
  • navy purser
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Maritime Context

Understand 'purser' is typically used in a maritime context, associated with ships and voyages.

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The ship's purser ensured all passenger expenses were logged.
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Financial Role

'Purser' refers to a financial position; they manage money, not the steering of the ship.

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See the purser to settle your cabin charges.
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Historical Usage

In historical contexts, the purser was more integrated with crew life and provisions.

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The old navy purser kept logs of all the supplies on board.
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