Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shipmate
noun
/ˈʃɪpˌmeɪt/
Definition
A person who works or travels on the same ship as another.
Examples
- During their long voyage, the sailors formed strong bonds with their shipmates.
- Being a shipmate means looking out for each other at sea.
Meaning
A shipmate is someone who shares a boat or ship with others, typically on naval or maritime vessels.
Synonyms
- comrade
- fellow sailor
- crew member
