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crewman

Crewman (noun) means a member of a crew, especially on a ship, aircraft, or vehicle. Example: “One crewman stayed behind to secure the lines.”

noun
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A member of a crew, especially on a ship, aircraft, or vehicle.
"One crewman stayed behind to secure the lines."

How to use crewman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA person who is part of a crew.

Word forms

crewmen plural

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Etymology

A compound of crew + man.

sailor crew member

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Frequently asked questions

What does “crewman” mean?

The word “crewman” means a member of a crew, especially on a ship, aircraft, or vehicle. In plain terms, a person who is part of a crew.

How do you use “crewman” in a sentence?

Here is “crewman” used in a sentence: “One crewman stayed behind to secure the lines.”

What part of speech is “crewman”?

“Crewman” is a noun.

What is the meaning of crewman?

"crewman" (noun) means a member of a crew, especially on a ship, aircraft, or vehicle.

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