Dictionary Entry
skipper
nounFind the meaning of the word skipper, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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The captain or leader of a ship, boat, or team.
Example Sentence
The skipper guided the fishing boat safely back to shore.
Usage Note
Used to refer to the person in charge of a vessel, or sometimes the leader of a sports team, especially in informal contexts. It can also refer to someone who skips, like a child skipping rope.