Shellback
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Shellback is a noun meaning A worldly sailor.
Meaning
A worldly sailor.
More Meanings
- A sailor who has crossed the equator.
Example Sentences
“Take that, for being a pumpkin-headed old shellback.”
Word Forms
- shellbacks
Synonyms for shellback
Depending on context, synonyms include barnacle.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include seadog, boatswain, balinger, shipspeak, smacksman, merboy.
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