Synonyms of sailor

Antonyms of sailor

Collocations of sailor

old salt
Frequency: 70 %

The old salt shared stories of his adventures at sea.

sea shanty
Frequency: 60 %

The sailors sang a sea shanty as they worked on the ship.

rough seas
Frequency: 50 %

The sailors faced rough seas during the storm.

anchor's aweigh
Frequency: 45 %

The sailors shouted 'anchor's aweigh' as they prepared to set sail.

nautical miles
Frequency: 40 %

The ship traveled hundreds of nautical miles before reaching port.

Idiomatic Expressions for sailor

  • Phrase: sail close to the wind
    Meaning: referring to taking risks or pushing the limits
    Usage: He always likes to sail close to the wind with his investments.