ˈmarənə(r) also ˈmer- noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English, from Old French marinier, from Medieval Latin marinarius, from Latin marinus marine + -arius -ary — more at marine
1.
a. : one who navigates or assists in navigating a ship : seaman , sailor
b. : one who is employed as a member of a ship's company, participates in the operation of or activities aboard the ship, and contributes by his labor to a safe, comfortable, and successful voyage
2. : a senior girl scout specializing in seamanship and watercraft