Coxswain

/ˈkɑːksn/
noun

The person who steers a boat, especially in a race.

In a rowing team, the coxswain is responsible for steering the boat and giving commands to the crew.
Visual representation of "coxswain" - The person who steers a boat, especially in a race

Often appears as...

  • coxswain position
  • coxswain commands
noun

The person in the navy who is in charge of a ship's small boat and its crew.

The coxswain navigated the ship's boat to shore.
Visual representation of "coxswain" - The person in the navy who is in charge of a ship's small boat and its crew

Often appears as...

  • coxswain duty
  • coxswain rank

Usage tips

Technical

noun

The person who steers a boat, especially in a race.

In a rowing team, the coxswain is responsible for steering the boat and giving commands to the crew.
Visual representation of "coxswain" - The person who steers a boat, especially in a race

Often appears as...

  • coxswain position
  • coxswain commands
noun

The person in the navy who is in charge of a ship's small boat and its crew.

The coxswain navigated the ship's boat to shore.
Visual representation of "coxswain" - The person in the navy who is in charge of a ship's small boat and its crew

Often appears as...

  • coxswain duty
  • coxswain rank

Usage tips

Technical

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Visual representation of "coxswain"
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Team Leadership

A coxswain in rowing is like a team captain, providing direction and motivation.

Illustration for Team Leadership
Listen to the coxswain's rhythm calls to stay in sync.
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Vocal Role

A coxswain often shouts commands, so the term suggests vocality.

Illustration for Vocal Role
The coxswain's loud 'row!' can be heard across the water.
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Racing Context

Use 'coxswain' particularly when talking about competitive rowing.

Illustration for Racing Context
Their coxswain led them to win the race.
Visual representation of the word "Coxswain"

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Quote examples

William H. McRaven

American Admiral

You can't change the world alone - you will need some help - and to truly get from your starting point to your destination takes friends, colleagues, the good will of strangers and a strong coxswain to guide them.
Portrait of William H. McRaven

Quote examples

William H. McRaven

American Admiral

You can't change the world alone - you will need some help - and to truly get from your starting point to your destination takes friends, colleagues, the good will of strangers and a strong coxswain to guide them.
Portrait of William H. McRaven
Example 1 of 1
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