seaman
8 synonyms and 0 antonyms for seaman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A sailor, especially one serving on a ship.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Old English sǣmann, equivalent to sea + man.
Full origin of seaman →Frequently asked questions
What does “seaman” mean?
The word “seaman” means a sailor, especially one serving on a ship. In plain terms, a sailor, or a specific junior rank in the navy.
How do you pronounce “seaman”?
“Seaman” is pronounced SEE-muhn (/ˈsiːmən/ in IPA).
How do you use “seaman” in a sentence?
Here is “seaman” used in a sentence: “The old seaman had spent forty years crewing merchant vessels.”
What part of speech is “seaman”?
“Seaman” is a noun.
Where does the word “seaman” come from?
The word “seaman” comes from Old English. From Old English sǣmann, equivalent to sea + man.
Is “seaman” a common word?
“Seaman” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “seaman” have?
“Seaman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sailor, especially one serving on a ship.