Seamanship
(noun)
The skill and knowledge required for the handling and navigation of a ship, particularly in difficult conditions or emergency situations.
Origin:
From the word seamen and shipmanship.
Examples:
- The captain's seamanship was put to the test during the storm.
- The sailors were trained in seamanship to handle the ship safely.
- The seamanship of the crew saved the ship from sinking.
- The school trained students in seamanship and navigation.
- The sailor relied on their seamanship to navigate through the treacherous waters.