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mariner

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //ˈmɛɹənɝ// UK //mˈæɹɪnɐ// mariner

n. a person who works on a ship or helps navigate it. It is a more formal or old-fashioned word for a sailor.

n. a person who navigates or assists in the operation of a ship at sea. Often carries a literary or formal tone compared to 'sailor'.


SIMPLE

The old mariner told stories about his life at sea.

CONTEXTUAL

Experienced mariners know how to read the stars and the wind to guide their vessels safely through the night.

COMPLEX

The poem tells the haunting tale of an ancient mariner who is cursed after killing an albatross, a bird traditionally considered a sign of good luck by those at sea.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used in literary, historical, or formal maritime contexts.

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