Meaning Of The Word Boatswain

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boatswain in American English
a ship's warrant officer or petty officer in charge of the deck crew, the rigging, anchors, boats, etc.
noun: a warrant officer on a warship, or a petty officer on a merchant vessel, in charge of rigging, anchors, cables, etc

boatswain in British English
noun: a petty officer on a merchant ship or a warrant officer on a warship who is responsible for the maintenance of the ship and its equipment

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