What is another word for Sailer?

Pronunciation: [sˈe͡ɪlə] (IPA)

There are several synonymous words for "sailer," each with slightly different connotations. A person who operates a boat or ship is often called a "boatman," "seaman," or "mariner." A "yachtsman" is someone who sails for pleasure or races sailboats. A "navy man" is a sailor in the military, while a "navigator" is responsible for plotting a course. A "fisherman" or "fisherwoman" is someone who sails to catch fish, while a "pilot" assists ships to navigate dangerous waterways. Finally, a "cruiser" is someone sailing for leisure, and a "cargo ship worker" is someone working on a ship that carries goods.

What are the hypernyms for Sailer?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Sailer

However, she was not a very fast Sailer, and we soon got her within range of our guns.
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston
She was a terribly slow Sailer, and we had a much longer passage to Cork than I had expected.
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston
The John Thomas proved a much faster Sailer than the brig, and soon ran ahead of us.
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston

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