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A student officer in the navy, specifically a cadet in the US Naval Academy or a candidate for a commission in the Royal Navy.
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The midshipman was responsible for overseeing the navigation of the ship.
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The midshipman had to learn the ropes quickly on their first day aboard.
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The new midshipman was nicknamed 'Sailor' by the crew.
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Being a midshipman in the corporate world means taking on leadership roles early in your career.