Sea Lawyer (Noun)
Meaning
An argumentative and contentious seaman.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The captain had to intervene in the dispute between the two crew members, one of whom was notorious for being a sea lawyer and always questioning authority.
- His reputation as a sea lawyer preceded him, and the other sailors were wary of engaging in discussions with him.
- The old salt was known for being a sea lawyer, always arguing with the officers and causing tension on the ship.
- After a few too many drinks, the sailor turned into a sea lawyer, loudly disputing the captain's navigation decisions.
- The crew avoided the grizzled old sea lawyer, who was always finding fault in the way things were done on the vessel.