chief mate

Noun

Meaning

chief mate (plural chief mates)

(nautical) 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.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

commodore first lieutenant lieutenant commander flag officer first mate chief petty officer executive officer naval officer lieutenant junior grade

Antonyms

civilian citizen

Close letter words and terms

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