Harpooneer
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Harpooneer is a noun meaning A harpooner, one who uses a harpoon to hunt whales.
Meaning
A harpooner, one who uses a harpoon to hunt whales.
Example Sentences
To all this I joyously assented; for besides the affection I now felt for Queequeg, he was an experienced harpooneer, and as such, could not fail to be of great usefulness to one, who, like me, was wholly ignorant of the mysteries of whaling, though well acquainted with the sea, as known to merchant seamen.
Word Forms
- harpooneers
Synonyms for harpooneer
Depending on context, synonyms include harpooner.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include harpooner, whaler, striker, whalesman, boatsteerer, inspectioneer.
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