Synonyms for

Nautical

Verb / ˈnɔ:tʌkʌl / Another word for nautical — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to ships, sailors, or navigation on water

Synonyms & similar words

maritime marine marine naval seafaring oceanic sailorly maritime seagoing boatmanlike seamanlike shipboard shipshape yachty seashore saltwater seafarer tarry seafarer seafolk seafaring buccaneering

Synonyms by register

Formal

maritime nautical marine naval

Informal

sea-faring boat-related ship-related

Literary

thalassic thalassic sea-bound

Antonyms

landlocked terrestrial inland grounded earthly non-maritime

Common collocations

  • nautical mile
  • nautical chart
  • nautical terms
  • nautical equipment
  • nautical science
  • nautical almanac
  • nautical disaster

Word family

noun nauticality
adjective nautical

Usage note

Primarily used to describe things related to ships, sailing, or navigation. It is a formal term, often appearing in technical or specialized contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The nautical chart showed the depth of the ocean.
  2. The sailor wore a nautical hat.
  3. We will have a nautical-themed party on the boat.
  4. The museum had a collection of nautical artifacts.
  5. The captain gave us a nautical tour of the harbor.

Quotes

  • I'm happiest when floating in the nautical twilight between two worlds. - Maureen Johnson
  • The sea has never been friendly to man. At most, it has been the accomplice of human restlessness. - Joseph Conrad
  • If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the people to gather wood, divide the work, and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea. - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

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