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Coxswain

Part of speech: Noun

Sense: The person who steers a racing shell and coordinates the power and rhythm of the rowers.

Usage: In rowing competitions, the coxswain is responsible for providing directions, steering the boat, and motivating the rowers.

Sample sentence: The experienced coxswain skillfully guided the rowing team through the challenging racecourse.

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Part of speech: Verb

Sense: To act as a coxswain; to steer a racing shell and coordinate the power and rhythm of the rowers.

Usage: She coxswained the team to an impressive victory in the regatta.

Sample sentence: Despite being a novice, he coxswained the crew to a remarkable first-place finish.

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Part of speech: Noun

Sense: A person who communicates and directs activity in a smaller boat on a ship.

Usage: The coxswain of the lifeboat skillfully guided the rescue mission amidst the rough sea.

Sample sentence: The captain relied on the coxswain's ability to navigate through the narrow channels of the harbor.

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