skipper

skipper n -- A term of respect for an old seaman, not necessarily a captain. Also used sometimes when addressing anyone, as "how are you getting on skipper?" a term of respect for an old seaman JH-24-11-69 Used I and Sup Used I and Sup Not used

Bibliographic Details
Format: Manuscript
Language:English
Published: 1969
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Online Access:http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/ref/collection/elrcdne/id/51060
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Summary:skipper n -- A term of respect for an old seaman, not necessarily a captain. Also used sometimes when addressing anyone, as "how are you getting on skipper?" a term of respect for an old seaman JH-24-11-69 Used I and Sup Used I and Sup Not used