A person whose job is to work on a ship or boat, especially in the navy or merchant marine.
Compound of Old English "sæ" (sea) and "man" (person). The word has been used since medieval times to describe sailors and maritime workers.
The term 'seaman' is surprisingly hierarchical—in modern navies, it's actually a specific rank, not just any sailor, representing an entry-level position with distinct training and responsibilities.
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