captain (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkæptɪn/

Definition

The person in charge of a ship, aircraft, or sports team.

Examples

• The captain steered the boat through the storm.

• She was the captain of the school's basketball team.

• The pilot, or captain, checked the controls before takeoff.

How to Use captain

captain of (prepositional phrase)

The person in charge of a specific group or vehicle. — "He is the captain of the football team."

Synonyms of captain

Words with a similar meaning to captain:

• leader
• commander
• chief
• head

Antonyms of captain

Words with the opposite meaning to captain:

• crew member
• subordinate

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