naval architect

noun

: one who designs ships

Examples of naval architect in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web German naval architects Beiderbeck Designs, whose most notable builds include the 305-foot Eos and 233-foot Skat, conceived the multihull during the pandemic. Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 24 June 2024 The naval architects at Diana Yacht Design and Ginton Naval Architects also helped refine the design. Made entirely from aluminum, Evo features a round-bilge, fast-displacement hull that promotes planing. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2024 The adventurous Kessler and naval architect Steve Seaton helped design the first recreational motor yacht for the company Delta Marine, a 70-foot vessel that Kessler christened Zopilote and launched in 1985. Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Apr. 2024 Briand, both a naval architect and yacht designer, has previously penned sailing yachts and thus knows a thing or two about creating a sleek silhouette. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for naval architect 

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1885, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of naval architect was circa 1885

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“Naval architect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naval%20architect. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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