landlubber

noun

land·lub·ber �?land-ˌlə-bər

: landsman sense 2

clumsy landlubbers learning to sail

landlubberliness

�?land-ˌlə-bər-lē-nəs

noun

landlubberly

�?land-ˌlə-bər-lē

adjective

landlubbing

�?land-ˌlə-biŋ

adjective

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Perfect for landlubbers and high-sea adventurers alike. —

Erik Ofgang, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024 But the motion of a small boat at such times can be hard on a landlubber’s stomach. —

Orval C. Johnson, Outdoor Life, 31 Oct. 2024 August 8, 2024 At the Opening Ceremony this year, the honor went to landlubbers Coco Gauff and LeBron James, but the waterfolk are taking the flags for the closing: star swimmer Katie Ledecky and rower Nick Mead. —

Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2024 Even landlubbers can chow down at the Otter: Stupak offers a double cheeseburger with remoulade and a New York strip with crawfish béarnaise. —

Tori Latham, Robb Report, 24 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for landlubber