Meaning & Definition of word "Captain"

Captain

/ˈkæp.tɪn/

1. The person in command of a ship or a military unit.
- Example: The captain gave orders to the crew as they prepared to set sail.
2. A person who is the leader of a team or group.
- Example: She was chosen as the captain of the basketball team for her leadership skills.
3. A rank in the military or police.
- Example: He was promoted to the rank of captain after several years of exemplary service.

1. To act as the captain of a group or team.
- Example: He will captain the soccer team during the championship match.

Middle French 'capitaine', from Latin 'capitanus', from 'caput' meaning 'head'.

Captain obvious:

A term used to mock someone who states the obvious.

Under captain's orders:

Acting according to directives from a leader.

Become the captain of your own ship:

Take control of your life and decisions.

first mate:

The officer below the captain on a ship or aircraft.

commander:

An officer in command of forces.

crew:

A group of people who operate a ship or aircraft.

Meaning: An informal term for someone who is taking charge.

Example Sentence: He acted like the captain of the group project.

Meaning: To be in a position of authority, especially in a social setting.

Example Sentence: She capped the dinner party like a true captain.