Naval History

noun a large group or force of vehicles, airplanes, etc.

• The armada of ships set sail for battle.
• Did you see the armada of cars parked outside the event?
• That armada of bikes is so cool!
• The team's armada of talented players ensured their victory.

noun a sailor in the navy, especially a junior enlisted person

• The bluejacket diligently performed his duties aboard the naval ship.
• The bluejacket is always the life of the party during shore leave.
• Hey, did you see that bluejacket rocking the uniform at the bar last night?
• The bluejacket of the team always leads by example and motivates others to do their best.

noun a two-masted square-rigged ship with an additional lower fore-and-aft sail

• The captain ordered the crew to clean the brig before the inspection.
• I heard they found a stowaway hiding in the brig.
• I can't believe they locked him up in the brig for that!
• Being stuck in traffic felt like being in a brig with no escape.

noun a person who is forced to row in a galley as a form of punishment

• In ancient times, a galley slave was a prisoner who was forced to row a ship as a form of punishment.
• I feel like a galley slave with all the work I have to do around here.
• I ain't gonna be no galley slave for nobody.
• Working in that office felt like being a galley slave, with all the repetitive tasks and long hours.

noun a person who roams the seas in search of adventure or plunder; a pirate or privateer

• The sea rover embarked on a journey to explore new territories.
• The sea rover set sail to discover hidden treasures.
• The sea rover went out to sea to find some cool stuff.
• The sea rover navigated through life's challenges like a skilled sailor.

noun a specific grade of brass often used in the construction of naval ships

• Admiralty brass is commonly used in marine applications due to its corrosion resistance and durability.
• My dad works with admiralty brass at the shipyard, it's a tough material.
• I heard that admiralty brass is the bomb for boat parts.
• Her leadership skills were like admiralty brass, strong and reliable.