What is another word for waterman?

Pronunciation: [wˈɔːtəmən] (IPA)

Waterman is a term used to describe someone who is involved in activities that require a great deal of time spent out on the water, such as fishermen, sailors, or boatmen. Synonyms for the word waterman include seafarer, sailor, mariner, boatman, skipper, fisherman, angler, and navigator. Each of these words carries its own connotation and nuance, but they all share a common bond of an affinity for the water and the skills necessary to navigate and work upon it. Whether you're a saltwater aficionado or simply enjoy the calm and serenity of a lake, if you feel at home on the water, it would be fair to call yourself a waterman in one way or another.

What are the hypernyms for Waterman?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Waterman

We roused up a waterman who was sleeping in the bottom of his boat, and got on board the frigate in time to keep the middle watch.
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston
But why not take a waterman from the stairs here?"
"Hetty Wesley"
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch
She recovered her colour in bargaining with a waterman at Blackwall Stairs.
"Hetty Wesley"
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch

Famous quotes with Waterman

  • I row after health like a waterman...
    Jonathan Swift

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