batelier — meaning in English

English meaning

• boatman noun A person who operates or works on a small boat, often as its captain.
• ferryman noun A person whose job is to operate a ferry.

Senses

batelier is used for these senses in English:

• boatman A sailor on a small vessel (boat), particularly its captain.
• ferryman A man who operates a ferry.
• riverboatman Someone who pilots a riverboat

Related French words