English Explanatory Dictionary

chief mate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. In the merchant navy, the officer who is second in command to the captain, and whose primary duties include managing the maintenance and upkeep of the vessel.

Word forms

chief mate chief mates
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