seamanlike

American  

[see-muhn-lahyk] / ˈsi mənˌlaɪk /

Also seamanly

adjective

1. like or befitting a seaman; showing good seamanship.

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Etymology

Origin of seamanlike

First recorded in 1790–1800; seaman + -like

Example Sentences

Towill said the crew was doing everything in a seamanlike manner just before the collision.

From Washington Times

The cook kept a right seamanlike humour, even in the most critical moments.

From Project Gutenberg

Everything about the steamer was seamanlike and shipshape, and the boys were most favorably impressed, as, under the guidance of Captain Manning, they made their way forward.

From Project Gutenberg

Her commander was a regular navy lieutenant, and he was a seamanlike old fellow.

From Project Gutenberg

In spite of the failure on land, the expedition did much to confirm the naval supremacy of Great Britain by the entire suppression of the most seamanlike of the forces opposed to it.

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