SEAMANLIKE

seamanlike, seamanly

(adjective) characteristic of or befitting a seaman; indicating competent seamanship

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

seamanlike (comparative more seamanlike, superlative most seamanlike)

Befitting a seaman.

indicating competent seamanship.

Source: Wiktionary


Sea"man*like`, a.

Definition: Having or showing the skill of a practical seaman.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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