Meaning & Definition of Seaworthy in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: In a condition to withstand the conditions of the sea.

  Example Sentence: The ship was thoroughly inspected and declared seaworthy before departure.

• Definition: Suitable for use in maritime transport.

  Example Sentence: The crew checked all equipment to ensure the vessel was seaworthy.

Etymology

Origin: From sea + worthy, meaning 'worthy or fit to be in the sea.'

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• make a vessel seaworthy: to ensure that a ship is fit and safe to navigate the seas.
• seaworthy condition: the state or condition of being safe for maritime travel.

Translations

• Spanish: navegable

• French: navigable

• German: seetüchtig

• Russian: мореплавательный

Related Words

• nautical: related to ships, navigation, or sailors.

• maritime: connected with the sea, especially in relation to seaborne trade or naval matters.

• shipshape: in good order; neat and tidy, especially in relation to a ship.

Slang Meanings of seaworthy

• Meaning: all shipshape

  Example Sentence: The crew got everything all shipshape for the journey.