Meaning & Definition of word "Skipper"

Skipper

/ˈskɪpər/

1. A person who is in charge of a ship or boat.
- Example: The skipper navigated the vessel through the stormy seas.
2. A captain or leader of a sports team, especially in cricket or soccer.
- Example: The team was greatly influenced by their skilled skipper.
3. A type of butterfly, specifically belonging to the family Hesperiidae.
- Example: We spotted a colorful skipper fluttering in the garden.

1. To skip; to omit or pass over something.
- Example: Let's skipper the first chapter and start with the second one.

Middle Dutch 'schipper', from 'schip' (ship) + '-er' (agent suffix).

skipper's mate:

The first officer or assistant to the captain.

skipper away:

To leave or depart quickly.

skipped a beat:

To experience a moment of sudden shock or surprise.

ship:

A large boat for traveling on water.

navigation:

The process or activity of accurately ascertaining one's position and planning a route.

Meaning: Someone who avoids responsibilities.

Example Sentence: Don't be a skipper, take charge of your duties.

Meaning: To skip or abandon an event or responsibility.

Example Sentence: She decided to skipper out of the meeting and go home early.