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midshipman

[mid-ship-muhn, mid-ship-] / ˈmɪdˌʃɪp mən, mɪdˈʃɪp- /
NOUN
cadet
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Midshipman fish phrasing takes the form of grunts, growls and hums whenever the males seek mates or fend off foes, said senior author Andrew Bass, professor of neurobiology and behavior.

From Science Daily • Jan. 3, 2024

After Kelly became an NFL coach in Philadelphia and heard that a Midshipman had died, he drove to Annapolis to deliver an Eagles jersey with the player’s name on it to the team.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 10, 2023

A natural comedian, Cribbins came to the attention of the Carry On team - playing Midshipman Poop-Decker in Carry on Jack.

From BBC • Jul. 28, 2022

Midshipman 1st Class Travis Delgado, a friend and fellow Texan, called Bird “unfathomably smart” saying Bird mentored and tutored him in their shared courses.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 18, 2022

"You didn't hear the lecture,—the lecture the old man gave us while you were below, Bainbridge," said Midshipman Raymond.

From Yankee Ships and Yankee Sailors: Tales of 1812 by Barnes, James




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