Able seaman
Able seaman noun - A seaman in the merchant marine; trained in special skills.
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Synonyms for Able seaman
Swabbie and able seaman are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Swabbie" instead a noun phrase "Able seaman".
Swabbie
Swabbie noun - One who operates or navigates a seagoing vessel.
Usage example: the pirate captain cried, “Ahoy, me swabbies, 'tis time to hoist the Jolly Roger!”
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Synonyms for Swabbie
Able seaman and swabbie are semantically related. You can use "Able seaman" instead a noun "Swabbie".
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