Seafarer

usgb/ˈsiːferər/
noun

A person who goes on trips by sea, especially as their job.

He decided to leave home and become a seafarer
Visual representation of "seafarer" - A person who goes on trips by sea, especially as their job

Often appears as...

  • professional seafarer
  • experienced seafarer
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Professional Term

Primarily used to refer to someone whose job involves sea travel, rather than casual boat users.

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After years of training, he was proud to call himself a seafarer.
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Historical Usage

The term is often used in historical or literary contexts to describe explorers or pirates.

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The tales of the ancient seafarers inspired countless adventurers.
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Gender Neutral

'Seafarer' is unisex and can refer to both male and female sea professionals.

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She was among the first female seafarers to command a large commercial vessel.
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