transcription, транскрипция: [ noun ]
or bosun also bos'n or bo's'n or bo'sun ˈbō-s ə n
Etymology: Middle English bootswein, from boot boat + swein boy, servant — more at swain
Date: 14th century
1. : a petty officer on a merchant ship having charge of hull maintenance and related work
2. : a naval warrant officer in charge of the hull and all related equipment