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Also known as seaman, mariner, seafarer, merchant sailor, merchant seaman, merchant mariner

A sailor, seaman, mariner, or seafarer is a person who works aboard a watercraft as part of its crew, and may work in any one of a number of different fields that are related to the operation and maintenance of a ship. While the term sailor has its etymological roots from sailing, that is a time when sailing ships were the main mode of transport at sea, it now refers to the personnel of all watercraft regardless of the type of vessel, boat or ship. It encompasses people who operate ships professionally, be it for a military (navy) or civilian (merchant navy) or for sports or recreation. In a n

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A sailor is a person who works aboard a watercraft as part of its crew, performing various tasks related to operating and maintaining the ship. The term applies to professional operators of all types of vessels in military navies, merchant shipping, and recreational or sports boating.

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Occupation.name
Sailor
Occupation.image
File:Kristina Regina wheelhouse.jpg
Occupation.caption
Three types of mariners, seen here in the wheelhouse of a ship: a master, able seaman, and harbour pilot.
Occupation.type
Profession
Occupation.activity_sector
Military and civilian
Occupation.competencies
PhysicalStaminaMindset
Occupation.employment_field
Navy, Coast Guard, civilian companies and organizations
Occupation.related_occupation
Maritime

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