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Definitions for steersman
ˈstɪərz mənsteers·man
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Princeton's WordNet
helmsman, steersman, steerernoun
the person who steers a ship
Wiktionary
steersmannoun
One who steers a ship; the helmsman.
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Steersmate, Steersmannoun
A pilot; one who steers a ship.
Etymology: steer and man, or mate.
What pilot so expert but needs must wreck,
Embark’d with such a steersmate at the helm? John Milton.In a storm, though the vessel be pressed never so hard, a skilful steersman will yet bear up against it. Roger L'Estrange.
Through it the joyful steersman clears his way,
And comes to anchor in his inmost bay. Dryden.
Wikipedia
Steersman
A helmsman or helm (sometimes driver) is a person who steers a ship, sailboat, submarine, other type of maritime vessel, or spacecraft. The rank and seniority of the helmsman may vary: on small vessels such as fishing vessels and yachts, the functions of the helmsman are combined with that of the skipper; on larger vessels, there is a separate officer of the watch who is responsible for the safe navigation of the ship and gives orders to the helmsman, who physically steers the ship in accordance with those orders. In the merchant navy, the person at the helm is usually an able seaman, particularly during ship arrivals, departures, and while maneuvering in restricted waters or other conditions requiring precise steering. An ordinary seaman is commonly restricted to steering in open waters. Moreover, military ships may have a seaman or quartermaster at the helm. A professional helmsman maintains a steady course, properly executes all rudder orders, and communicates to the officer on the bridge using navigational terms relating to ship's heading and steering. A helmsman relies upon visual references, a magnetic and gyrocompass, and a rudder angle indicator to steer a steady course. The mate or other officer on the bridge directs the helmsman aboard merchant or navy ships. Clear and exact communication between the helmsman and officer on the bridge is essential to safe navigation and ship handling. Consequently, a set of standard steering commands, responses by the helmsman, and acknowledgment by the conning officer are widely recognized in the maritime industry. The helmsman repeats any verbal commands to demonstrate that the command is heard and understood. The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) requires that a helmsman be able to understand and respond to helm orders in English.The proliferation of autopilot systems and the increased computerization of operations on a ship's bridge lessen the need for helmsmen standing watch in open waters.
ChatGPT
steersman
A steersman is a person who is responsible for navigating and controlling the direction of a ship, boat, or other types of watercraft. This role can also apply to someone who guides the path of other types of vehicles or objects. In general, a steersman's main task is to ensure safe and accurate travel.
Webster Dictionary
Steersmannoun
one who steers; the helmsman of a vessel
Etymology: [Steer a rudder + man: cf. AS. stermann.]
Dictionary of Nautical Terms
steersman
The helmsman or timoneer; the latter from the French timon, helm.
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Anagrams for steersman »
mare's nest
mare's-nest
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of steersman in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of steersman in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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