captain
captain Lexical Profile
captain Game Scores & Validity
• noun
The person in command of a ship or civil aircraft, holding ultimate responsibility for its navigation, crew, and passengers.
"The captain welcomed the passengers aboard and announced the estimated flight time to London."
A commissioned military or naval officer rank, typically ranking above a first lieutenant and below a major in the army, or above a commander and below a rear admiral in the navy; also a senior rank in a police or fire department.
"After ten years of dedicated service in the fire department, she was promoted to the rank of captain."
The designated leader of a sports team, competitive group, or organized crew who directs play and represents the team on the field.
"As team captain, he met with the referees at the center of the pitch before the match began."
A prominent, powerful, or influential figure in a major industry or field of endeavor.
"Several captains of the manufacturing industry gathered at the summit to discuss sustainable energy."
• verb
To act as the captain or leader of (a ship, aircraft, sports team, or group).
"She captained the national women's soccer team to victory in the championship tournament."
• Rhymes for captain
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Old French capitaine, from Late Latin capitaneus ('chief'), which derives from Latin caput ('head').