seaworthy
See also: sea-worthy
English
Alternative forms
Etymology
Pronunciation
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- Lua error in Module:parameters at line 360: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "GenAm" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ˈsiːwɝði/
Adjective
seaworthy (comparative seaworthier, superlative seaworthiest)
- Fit for service at sea.
- 1922, James A. Cooper, Sheila of Big Wreck Cove:
- Yet everybody knows that a cargo properly stowed in a seaworthy craft reaches market in much the better condition than by rail, though perhaps it is some hours longer on the way.
- 1922, James A. Cooper, Sheila of Big Wreck Cove:
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Translations
fit for the sea
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