mariner
|mar/in/er|
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/ˈmærɪnər/
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/ˈmærɪnə/
sea navigator
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mariner' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'marinere,' where 'marin-' meant 'of the sea.'
Historical Evolution
'marinere' transformed into the modern English word 'mariner' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who navigates the sea,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a sailor or seaman, especially one who navigates or assists in navigating a ship.
The mariner skillfully navigated the ship through the storm.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39