seafarer

noun

sea·​far·​er ˈsē-ˌfer-ər How to pronounce seafarer (audio)

Examples of seafarer in a Sentence

ships and the intrepid seafarers who man them remain a vital part of the world economy
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Word History

Etymology

sea + fare entry 1 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1513, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of seafarer was in 1513

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“Seafarer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seafarer. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

seafarer

noun
sea·​far·​er ˈsē-ˌfar-ər How to pronounce seafarer (audio)
-ˌfer-
: a person who travels over the ocean : mariner

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