English Word · Advanced
plankowner
A member of the crew of a navy ship when it was placed on commission
Pronunciation: say plankowner
Meaning
A member of the original crew of a navy ship when it was first commissioned.
Example
As a plankowner, he was invited to the ship's decommissioning ceremony.
As a plankowner, he was invited to the ship's decommissioning ceremony.
Practice tips
- Practice plankowner 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 advanced-level learners.