skippering
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of skippering
C20: of unknown origin
Example Sentences
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Kerr was appointed captain in 2019, with Arsenal defender Steph Catley typically skippering the side since her injury.
From Barron's • Oct. 25, 2025
The fact that Nick travelled with them too - skippering a yacht - is also unusual.
From BBC • May 24, 2025
It said one was suspected of skippering the vessel, and the other of assisting him.
From Washington Times • Nov. 3, 2022
Glenn became a captain at 26, and decades later — skippering separate boats — they fish as partners, sharing tips about the best spots to crab.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 3, 2022
"Give Cappy Ricks one look into Matt Peasley's face and I'll be skippering the Retriever," he declared.
From Cappy Ricks Or, the Subjugation of Matt Peasley by Kyne, Peter B. (Peter Bernard)
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