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seamanship

American  
[see-muhn-ship] / ˈsi mənˌʃɪp /

noun

  1. knowledge and skill pertaining to the operation, navigation, management, safety, and maintenance of a ship.


seamanship British  
/ ˈsiːmənʃɪp /

noun

  1. skill in and knowledge of the work of navigating, maintaining, and operating a vessel

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of seamanship

First recorded in 1760–70; seaman + -ship


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“In the Hurricane’s Eye” reveals how the audacious seamanship and superior firepower of the forces of French Adm.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026

Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said in December that damage to submarine infrastructure had become "so frequent" that it cast doubt on the idea the damage could be considered "accidental" or "merely poor seamanship".

From BBC ● Jan. 14, 2025

My initial entry onto the FV Pinnacle was not one to inspire confidence in the seamanship of this reporter.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 3, 2022

Dozens of recommendations were laid out in a report regarding how to improve seamanship training, navigation, and use of ship equipment.

From Fox News ● Jan. 9, 2022

As there is no motive for concealment, I am permitted to use them, and accordingly send you a rescript, simply omitting technical details of seamanship and supercargo.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker

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