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Skipper (Noun)

A student who fails to attend classes.

Nouns denoting people.

The school administration noticed the student had been skipping classes regularly and labeled him a class skipper.
A class skipper often falls behind in completing coursework and may struggle to catch up.
The teacher tried to reach out to the student to understand why they had become a chronic class skipper.
The class skipper eventually fell so far behind that they were in danger of failing the course.
After multiple warnings, the class skipper was finally referred to the school counselor for intervention.

An officer who is licensed to command a merchant ship.

Nouns denoting people.

The naval officer in command of a military ship.

Nouns denoting people.

The skipper of the naval destroyer received a commendation for his outstanding leadership in combat.
The officers addressed their superior officer as 'skipper' out of respect for his rank.
Captain James was the seasoned skipper who led his crew to victory against enemy forces.
Veteran sailors often referred to their trusted skipper, who they had followed into many battles.
As the skipper of a submarine, Commander Lewis was highly skilled in stealth maneuvers and covert operations.