Skipper
/ˈskɪpər/
Definitions
- (n.) The captain or person in charge of a ship or boat.
The skipper navigated the vessel through the storm.
- (n.) The leader of a sports team, especially in baseball or cricket.
He was appointed as the team's skipper for the season.
Forms
- skippers
Related terms
Commentary
Often used informally to denote leadership roles in maritime and sports contexts.
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