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matelot

Matelot (noun) means a mate; a boon companion.

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A mate; a boon companion.
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Etymology

From Middle French matelot (“sailor”). Compare Dutch matroos and German Matrose. Doublet of matross.

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"matelot" (noun) means a mate; a boon companion.

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