boardmen

/ˈbɔrdmɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

Men who row or manage a boat.

“The boatmen were known as boardmen, and they helped tourists navigate the river.”

2. noun

Men who sail a ship, especially as part of its crew.

“The boardmen were responsible for steering the vessel through treacherous waters.”

3. noun

A member of a group of people who make decisions for an organization, especially a sports team.

“The boardmen of the football club voted to change the team’s logo.”

Synonyms

  • oarsmen
  • rowers
  • sailors

Antonyms

  • landlubbers
  • non-seafarers