misship

/mɪsˈʃɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

A ship in a state of disrepair or neglect.

“The old misship was left abandoned at the dock for years.”

2. noun

A person in charge of a ship, especially one who has made a mistake or is incompetent.

“The captain was criticized for his misship, which led to the ship’s sinking.”

Synonyms

  • derelict
  • shipwreck

Antonyms

  • seaworthy
  • shipshape