able seaman

/ˈeɪbəlˈsimən/
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Other forms: able seamen

Definitions of able seaman
  1. noun
    a seaman in the merchant marine; trained in special skills
    synonyms: able-bodied seaman
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    type of:
    Jack, Jack-tar, gob, mariner, old salt, sea dog, seafarer, seaman, tar
    a man who serves as a sailor
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