seaman
nounUK /ˈsiːmən/
US /ˈsiːmən/
A seaman is a person who works on a ship.
The seaman tied the rope to keep the boat safe.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A sailor who is not an officer, especially in the navy.
He served as a seaman on a naval ship.
3. A person skilled in handling and navigating a boat.
The old seaman knew the waters well.
4. A member of the crew of a fishing or merchant vessel.
The seaman unloaded the catch at dawn.