English Word · Intermediate
hawsepiper
A merchant navy sailor promoted to be an officer without attending an academy
Pronunciation: say hawsepiper
Meaning
A merchant navy sailor promoted to be an officer without attending an academy
Example
The captain was a respected hawsepiper who had worked his way up from the deck.
The captain was a respected hawsepiper who had worked his way up from the deck.
Practice tips
- Practice hawsepiper out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.