Background for sailer

sailer

/ˈseɪlər/ /ˈseɪlɚ/

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noun

That which sails; a boat.

Examples :

"The sailboat was a beautiful sailer, gliding smoothly across the lake. "

nautical sailing vehicle

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noun

A fastball that skims through the air.

Examples :

"The batter swung late as the pitcher threw a sailer that zipped past his bat, resulting in a strike. "

sport technical

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noun

A person in the business of navigating ships or other vessels

Examples :

"The sailer carefully inspected the rigging before the cargo ship left port. "

nautical sailing job person ocean

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noun

Someone knowledgeable in the practical management of ships.

Examples :

"The experienced sailer expertly steered the small sailboat through the choppy waters. "

nautical sailing job person

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noun

A member of the crew of a vessel; a mariner; a common seaman.

Examples :

"The experienced sailer expertly tied the knot, securing the boat to the dock. "

nautical sailing person job

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noun

A person who sails sailing boats as a sport or recreation.

Examples :

"My grandfather is a passionate sailer and spends every weekend on his boat. "

person sport nautical sailing ocean

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noun

Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genera Neptis, Pseudoneptis and Phaedyma, having white markings on a dark base and commonly flying by gliding.

Examples :

"While walking through the forest, the student spotted a sailer butterfly with distinct white stripes gliding gracefully between the trees. "

animal insect biology nature science