A mariner or sailor, one who mans a ship. Opposed to landman or landsman. / (Britain, Navy) A person of the lowest rank in the Navy, below able seaman.

plural of Seaman

A surname originating as an occupation.

the lowest grade of seaman in the merchant marine; the grade below able seaman

Alternative form of able-bodied seaman

(US, Navy) An enlisted rate in the United States Navy and United States Coast Guard, ranking above seaman recruit and below seaman.

(Canada, Navy) A non-commissioned officer in the Canadian Forces Maritime Command, ranking above leading seaman and below petty officer second class.

(Australia, UK, Navy) A non-commissioned officer in the Royal Australian Navy and Royal Navy, ranking above able seaman and below petty officer.

(US, Navy) An enlisted rate in the United States Navy and United States Coast Guard, ranking below seaman apprentice.

plural of seaman apprentice