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purser Definition

purser (pʉrsər)

noun

a ship's officer in charge of accounts, freight, tickets, etc., esp. on a passenger vessel

Etymology: ME, purse-bearer, treasurer

purser Synonyms

purser

n.

ship's treasurer, treasurer, banker, bursar; see accountant.

purser Usage Examples

Possessives

  • office: Reservations for meals should be made in advance at the purser's office.

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