seaworthy

/'si:,wə:ði/

Thân thiện

The ship was declared seaworthy after its repairs.

Definition

Adjective: Fit or safe for a voyage at sea; in good enough condition to withstand the normal conditions of the sea.

Usage

The adjective "seaworthy" is used to describe a vessel, such as a ship or boat, that is properly constructed, maintained, and equipped to sail safely on the sea. It implies the vessel is watertight, stable, and has all necessary safety gear.

Examples

• Before setting sail, the captain must ensure the ship is seaworthy.
• The old fishing boat was no longer considered seaworthy after the storm.
• The insurance company required a seaworthy certificate for the yacht.

Advanced Usage

• "To be deemed seaworthy": To be officially judged or certified as fit for sea travel.
  • The vessel was inspected and deemed seaworthy by the maritime authorities.
• "Seaworthiness" (noun): The quality or condition of being seaworthy.
  • The seaworthiness of the craft was in serious doubt.

Variants and Related Words

• Seaworthiness (n): The quality of being seaworthy.
• Unseaworthy (adj): Not fit for a sea voyage.
  • The leaky hull made the boat unseaworthy.

Synonyms

• Sea-going: Designed or fit for traveling on the sea.
• Oceanworthy: (Less common) Fit for ocean travel.
• Sound: In good condition; sturdy and reliable (in a maritime context).

Antonyms

• Unseaworthy: Not fit for a sea voyage.
• Leaky: Allowing water to pass in, often making a vessel unseaworthy.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. fit for a sea voyage