Nautical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈnɔː.tɪ.kəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Nautical is an adjective meaning Relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen.
Meaning
Relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen.
Example Sentences
nautical charts
I was mostly unfamiliar with the nautical terms used in the sailing documentary.
The mainsail was "scandalised" - a nautical mode of describing a sail reefed at both ends[.]
Synonyms for nautical
Depending on context, synonyms include maritime, marine.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include maritime, marine, sailing, naval, navigation, boat.
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