perämies — meaning in English

English meaning

• copilot noun The second pilot on an aircraft, who assists and can take over flying duties.
• helmsman noun The person who steers a ship.
• mate noun A friend or companion, especially of the same sex.
• sweep verb To clean a surface by brushing dirt or debris away, usually with a broom.

Senses

perämies is used for these senses in English:

• copilot A backup or assistant pilot of an aircraft.
• first mate (nautical) An officer on a merchant ship next in rank to the captain and responsible to the captain for the safety and security of the ship.
• helmsman (nautical) A member of a ship's crew who is responsible for steering.
• mate (nautical) A ship's officer, subordinate to the master on a commercial ship.
• sweep A person who stands at the stern of a surf boat, steering with a steering oar and commanding the crew.

copilot — full definition

1. noun The second pilot on an aircraft, who assists and can take over flying duties.
2. noun An assistant that helps with a task, especially an AI tool that works alongside a person.
3. verb To act as a backup or assistant pilot.

helmsman — full definition

1. noun The person who steers a ship.
2. noun Figuratively, someone who leads or guides an organization or effort.

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