5 letter words with OSU in the middle

Parts of Speech

Bosun is a noun.

Definitions

Bosun refers to a ships officer responsible for equipment and the crew.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈboʊsən/
• UK: /ˈbəʊsən/

Origin and Usage

The word bosun originated from the Dutch word "bootsman" which means "boats man." It has been used since the 15th century to refer to a ships officer responsible for the equipment and the crew. The term is commonly used in naval and maritime contexts.

Synonyms

Other words that can be used to refer to a bosun include boatswain, bos , and bos .

Related Words

Words related to bosun include boats, boars, bonus, bosky, and bousy.

Example Sentences

• The bosun inspected the rigging before setting sail.
• The captain relied on the bosun to keep the crew in line.
• The bosuns whistle signaled the start of the workday.