captain
noun
a person who is at the head of or in authority over others; chief; leader.
captaining
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present participleof captain.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Keegan won 63 England caps over a period lasting almost a decade, scoring 21 goals and captaining the side 31 times.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
In 2022, Stokes was captaining England when The Oval Test against South Africa was paused because of the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
Before his return to captaining England in Nottingham, he referred only to leading the team "this week".
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
A 27-month absence from international cricket followed before his fine start to the county season, after taking on the responsibility of captaining Sussex, earned him a recall.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026
Todd steered the boat like he was captaining a great yacht.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
