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The correct spelling is coxswain.
How to pronounce coxswain
/ˈkɒk.s(ə)n/
nounIPA: /ˈkɒk.s(ə)n/
Say it like: Cox-swa-yn
The correct spelling is coxswain. In a ship's boat, the helmsman given charge of the boat's crew. For example: "British Royal Navy Cadets Cadet Coxswain is the highest normal rank which may be achieved."
Usage Examples
“British Royal Navy Cadets Cadet Coxswain is the highest normal rank which may be achieved.”
“to coxswain a boat”
Meanings
noun
- 1.In a ship's boat, the helmsman given charge of the boat's crew.
- 2.The member of a crew who steers the shell and coordinates the power and rhythm of the rowers.
- 3.The second or third mate of a vessel, in charge of the master's barge.
- 4.A rank or position.
verb
- 1.(intransative) To act as coxswain for.
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