What does nautical mean?
Nautical means Relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen..
Nautical
/ˈnɔː.tɪ.kəl/ · adjective
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
Antonyms for nautical
Related Words
Word Forms
- more nautical
- most nautical
- naut.
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for nautical?
Common synonyms include maritime, marine.
What is the opposite of nautical?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use nautical in a sentence?
nautical charts
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