sailor

noun
UK: /ˈseɪlər/
US: /ˈseɪlər/

  1. A person who works on a ship or boat.

    1. The sailor waved to the people on the dock.
    2. Every sailor on the ship knew exactly what to do during the storm.

  2. A person who enjoys sailing as a hobby or sport.

    1. My dad is a keen sailor and loves being on the water.
    2. As an experienced sailor she knew how to navigate the rough seas.

Synonyms

mariner seafarer yachtsman boater

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sailor" in English means: A person who works on a ship or boat., A person who enjoys sailing as a hobby or sport..

The phonetic transcription of "sailor" is /ˈseɪlər/ in British English and /ˈseɪlər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sailor": mariner, seafarer, yachtsman, boater.

Example usage of "sailor": "The sailor waved to the people on the dock.". More examples on the page.