Seamanship Skills

adjective relating to ships, sailors, or navigation on water

• The nautical charts displayed the depth and currents of the ocean.
• I love decorating my house with nautical-themed items like anchors and sailboats.
• That new boat is so nautical, dude!
• Her knowledge of the subject was nautical in nature, guiding us through uncharted waters.

noun A person who is trained and skilled in all aspects of seamanship and is physically fit for duty at sea.

• The able-bodied seaman was responsible for assisting with navigation and deck operations on the ship.
• The able-bodied seaman helped out with steering the boat and keeping things in order.
• The able-bodied seaman was the one who kept the ship running smoothly.
• In the team, he was like the able-bodied seaman, always reliable and ready to lend a hand.