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swabbie Definition and Meaning in English (swabbie definition)

noun
Synonyms:sailorseamangob
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Swabbie definition: An informal term for a sailor, especially a junior or inexperienced one, often implying someone who performs menial tasks.

Definitions of Swabbie

  1. 1noun(colloquial)

    An informal term for a sailor, especially a junior or inexperienced one, often implying someone who performs menial tasks.

Example Sentences

casual

“The old captain often called the new recruits 'swabbies'.”

casual

“He started his career as a swabbie, scrubbing decks.”

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past participleswabbed
gerundswabbing
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Swabbie definition: An informal term for a sailor, especially a junior or inexperienced one, often implying someone who performs menial tasks.
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'Swabbie' translates to 'swabbie' in English. Swabbie definition: An informal term for a sailor, especially a junior or inexperienced one, often implying someone who performs menial tasks.
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