as in sailor
one who operates or navigates a seagoing vessel
the tale of a grizzled old sea dog who sets out for one last voyage
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Recent Examples of sea dog
On the inaugural voyage in May 2022, the passenger list included everyone from experienced, 40-cruises-under-their-belts sea dogs to first-timers; birthday-party groups to singletons.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Apr. 2026
Paternoster Row stands a few blocks away from the Old Bailey courts and Newgate Prison, where so many sea dogs were dragged in chains, tried and sentenced to death.
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Sean Kingsley,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 May 2024
So often pirate narratives focus on the adventure, the treasure, or the sea dog himself.
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Hannah Fish,
The Christian Science Monitor,
7 Feb. 2023
Try the East Lothian seafood chowder and NB sea dog cocktail, made with gin.
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Karen Gardiner,
Washington Post,
27 May 2022
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Apr. 2026
Paternoster Row stands a few blocks away from the Old Bailey courts and Newgate Prison, where so many sea dogs were dragged in chains, tried and sentenced to death.
—
Sean Kingsley,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 May 2024
So often pirate narratives focus on the adventure, the treasure, or the sea dog himself.
—
Hannah Fish,
The Christian Science Monitor,
7 Feb. 2023
Try the East Lothian seafood chowder and NB sea dog cocktail, made with gin.
—
Karen Gardiner,
Washington Post,
27 May 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sea dog
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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Troutman said nonurgent calls redirected to the nurse navigators will result in cost savings for Arlington.
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Employers should consider assigning a dedicated benefits navigator, someone who won't give legal or financial advice but will help the employee find relevant benefits, understand deadlines and know which professionals to call.
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“Sea dog.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sea%20dog. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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