Skipper
Pronunciation: /ˈskɪpər/
Skipper (noun)
- the person in charge of a boat or small ship
- the leader or captain of a sports team
- a type of small butterfly with a fast, skipping flight
Examples
- The skipper navigated through the storm with ease.
- As the skipper, she ensured the crew's safety.
Common collocations: experienced skipper, skipper the boat, team skipper, appointed skipper, skipper butterfly