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/ˈkæp.tən/ · cap·tain
noun
- A chief or leader. The captain of the team led the players to victory.
- The person lawfully in command of a ship or other vessel. The captain is the last man to leave a sinking ship.
- An army officer with a rank between the most senior grade of lieutenant and major. The captain was promoted to major after serving for 20 years.
verb
- To act as captain. She was appointed to captain the company's new project.
- To exercise command of a ship, aircraft or sports team. The coach will captain the team in the championship game.
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Did you know? The word 'captain' has been used in various contexts, including naval, military, and sports. In the 17th century, the term 'captain' was also used to refer to a ship's owner or operator.