Bo'sun (Noun)
Meaning
A petty officer on a merchant ship who controls the work of other seamen.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The bo'sun oversaw the crew as they loaded cargo onto the vessel.
- The captain called upon the bo'sun to ensure the deck was secure before the storm hit.
- As the bo'sun, he was responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the ship's rigging.
- The bo'sun shouted orders to the sailors as they struggled to keep the ship on course.
- After years of service, the bo'sun was promoted to the rank of chief mate.