Meaning & use

Seafarer

noun·Everyday

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A person who travels or works regularly on the sea, especially a sailor.

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The old seafarer told stories of storms he'd survived at sea.

Modern seafarers rely on satellite navigation instead of the stars.

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Seafarer emphasizes a life spent traveling by sea, whether as a profession or an adventurous pursuit.

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