Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nautes
Noun
/ˈnɔː.təs/
Definition
A term used in ancient Greek, meaning ‘sailor’ or ‘navigator’.
Examples
- The nautes of ancient Greece were skilled in navigating the treacherous waters of the Mediterranean.
- In many epic tales, the nautes embark on perilous journeys across seas and oceans.
- Each nautes relied on the stars to guide their way home after long voyages.
Meaning
In historical contexts, ‘nautes’ refers to individuals who navigate and operate ships or boats, particularly during antiquity.
Synonyms
- mariner
- sailor
- navigator
- seafarer
