Shipmaster
/ˈʃɪpˌmæstər/
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- (n.) The legally recognized captain or master of a ship, responsible for the vessel and its navigation, crew, and cargo.
The shipmaster is liable for ensuring compliance with maritime safety regulations.
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The term 'shipmaster' is predominantly used in maritime law to denote the person with ultimate authority on a ship; often interchangeable with 'master' but may appear with formal responsibilities in legal contexts.
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