The captain had total authority over the crew.
The captain had total authority over the crew.
English
captain
ˈkæptɪn, -tən, ˈkæp.tən, ˈkæp.tɪn, ˈkæp.ən
Meaning: the person in command of a ship or aircraft; the leader of a team
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Example sentences
The captain of the ship was very experienced.
He was promoted to the rank of captain.
He was promoted to the rank of captain.
Aye, captain.
Aye, captain.
The captain stood on the deck.
The captain stood on the deck.
The captain welcomed the passengers aboard.
The captain welcomed the passengers aboard.
He attained the rank of captain after many years of service.
He attained the rank of captain after many years of service.
She is the captain of the local softball team.
She is the captain of the local softball team.
The captain calculated the ship's exact longitude.
The captain calculated the ship's exact longitude.
The captain was demoted to sergeant after the incident.
The captain was demoted to sergeant after the incident.
Usage Notes
Can refer to a naval officer, a pilot, a sports team leader, or someone of a specific military rank.
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