Marine Engineer (Noun)
Meaning
A naval officer responsible for the operation and maintenance of the ship's engines.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The marine engineer was responsible for ensuring the ship's engines were running smoothly and efficiently during the long voyage.
- As a marine engineer, Lieutenant Thompson oversaw the maintenance and repair of the ship's propulsion systems.
- The marine engineer on board the aircraft carrier was tasked with troubleshooting the issue with the ship's main engine.
- After completing her degree in mechanical engineering, Sarah joined the navy as a marine engineer and was assigned to a destroyer.
- The ship's captain relied heavily on the expertise of the marine engineer to get the vessel back to port after it suffered a major engine failure.