seafarer

noun

sea·​far·​er ˈsē-ˌfer-ər How to pronounce seafarer (audio)
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Examples of seafarer in a Sentence

ships and the intrepid seafarers who man them remain a vital part of the world economy
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Sarbananda Sonowal, India’s minister of ports, shipping and waterways, said the three seafarers on the Settebello had been confirmed dead, with two bodies recovered so far. Sarah Dean, NBC news, 12 June 2026 The new model is already winning over seafarers, too. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 June 2026 Omani authorities urged caution for vessels and seafarers after the sighting of a floating object suspected to be a naval mine west of the Inshore Traffic Zone in the Strait of Hormuz within Omani territorial seas. Kate Sullivan, Fortune, 30 May 2026 Ten seafarers have died in these incidents, Black said. Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 17 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for seafarer

Word History

Etymology

sea + fare entry 1 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1513, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of seafarer was in 1513

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“Seafarer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seafarer. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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seafarer

noun
sea·​far·​er ˈsē-ˌfar-ər How to pronounce seafarer (audio)
-ˌfer-
: a person who travels over the ocean : mariner

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