Definition

A man who owns or operates a sailing boat, typically for leisure or sport.

Example

The experienced yachtsman navigated the waters with ease during the regatta.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new yachtsman who moved into the neighborhood?

Yeah, I saw him sailing his yacht last weekend!

I wonder if he would take us out on the water sometime.

That would be awesome! I’d love to learn from a real yachtsman.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Yachtsman → It is formed from "yacht" (from Dutch "jacht", meaning hunt or hunting boat) and "-sman" (meaning a person who). A yachtsman is a person who sails or operates a yacht.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'yacht' as a type of boat used for leisure, and '-sman' indicates a person. So, a yachtsman is someone who operates or enjoys sailing a yacht.

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