coxswain
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sən, -ˌsweɪn noun
1.
the steersman of a racing shell.
2.
a person who is in charge of a ship's boat and its crew, under an officer, and who steers it.
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| —n | |
| Also called: cockswain the helmsman of a lifeboat, racing shell, etc | |
| [C15: from cock a ship's boat + | |
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Coxswain
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Word Origin & History
coxswain
1327, from cock "ship's boat" (from O.Fr. coque "canoe") + swain "boy," from O.N. sveinn "boy, servant."
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Example sentences
He led his group back across the reef to its landing craft and ordered the coxswain to make for the pier.
Do not hesitate to bring potential hazards or problems to the attention of the coxswain and/or other team members.
The coxswain, who steers the boat and acts as on-water coach, needs to be lightweight.
The officer or coxswain in charge of the boat shall remain seated or standing and shall not salute.
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