as in sailor
one who operates or navigates a seagoing vessel
ships and the intrepid seafarers who man them remain a vital part of the world economy
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Recent Examples of seafarer
More than 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Persian Gulf will begin exiting through the Strait of Hormuz after safety guarantees were secured, according to the International Maritime Organization.
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Sean Conlon,joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
The offices also called for navigational rights and freedoms and respect for the safety of all seafarers.
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ABC News,
24 June 2026
Still today, the family-run establishment works directly with seafarers who make their living harvesting the Gulf and Bay waters.
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Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
The leather T-bar sandal, instantly recognizable by its slotted construction and either partially or fully enclosed toe, was a practical choice for seafarers thanks to its ability to quickly drain water.
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Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
22 June 2026
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Sean Conlon,joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
The offices also called for navigational rights and freedoms and respect for the safety of all seafarers.
—
ABC News,
24 June 2026
Still today, the family-run establishment works directly with seafarers who make their living harvesting the Gulf and Bay waters.
—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
The leather T-bar sandal, instantly recognizable by its slotted construction and either partially or fully enclosed toe, was a practical choice for seafarers thanks to its ability to quickly drain water.
—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seafarer
Noun
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The black-and-white snapshots of sailors hoisting lines on deck look similar to the modern scenes still playing out today.
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There may not be quite as many small-time sailors in the harbor this time, owing to the rigidity that has become inevitable since the 9/11 attacks, but plenty of weekend captains will make their way here.
Noun
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To protect these specialized mariners, pilot boats evolved into highly stable, heavy-duty vessels.
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Shortly after the vessel was struck, the United Nations' International Maritime Organization paused an effort to evacuate hundreds of ships and thousands of mariners who were stranded in the Persian Gulf.
Noun
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Canoe journeys through the surrounding waterways will be led by Homalco guides, whose people were long recognized among the region’s finest maritime navigators.
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The navigator owned the map, compass and GPS work, keeping us on course and on time.
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“Seafarer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seafarer. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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