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seaworthy definition

sea·worthy (-wʉr′t̸hē)

adjective

fit to travel in on the open sea; sturdy: said of a ship

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seaworthy Synonyms

seaworthy

modif.

fit for sea, navigable, secure; see safe 1.


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seaworthy Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • craft: I wasn't interested in making Teal immaculate, I merely wanted a strong, seaworthy craft for a couple of seasons sailing.

Modifying Another Word

  • not: The vessel was not seaworthy at the commencement of the voyage.

Used with adjective complement

  • make: She reached Port Sudan on 14th December where she was made seaworthy.
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