Seamanlike (Adjective)
Meaning
Characteristic of or befitting a seaman; indicating competent seamanship.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The seamanlike manner in which the captain navigated the vessel through the stormy waters impressed all on board.
- Her seamanlike skills were evident as she effortlessly adjusted the sails to maximize the wind.
- The sailor's decision to take a safer route was a seamanlike one, given the bad forecast.
- Their seamanlike handling of the lifeboat during the emergency evacuation undoubtedly saved many lives.
- The officer's seamanlike demeanor and calm orders kept the crew focused and working together during the crisis.