crewmen

word · lemma: crewman

Definition

'Crewmen' refers to male members of a crew, such as on a ship, aircraft, or space mission. The term is mainly used for groups of men working together as the crew.

Usage & Nuances

'Crewmen' is somewhat formal and specifically male; 'crew members' is a gender-neutral alternative. Common in military, aviation, and nautical contexts. In modern usage, consider using 'crew' or 'crew members' for mixed groups.

Example Sentences

The ship had twelve crewmen, each with a different job.

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When the alarm rang, all the crewmen rushed to their stations.

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Some crewmen stayed up all night fixing the problem.

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All the crewmen wore uniforms.

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Two crewmen helped load the ship.

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The crewmen prepared the plane for takeoff.

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