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Landlubber

usgb/ˈlændlʌbər/Volume
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Sailing CulturePlay
Originates from nautical slang, so it's particularly used among sailors or in seafaring contexts. SlideThe old captain chuckled at the landlubbers who stumbled around the deck.
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Colloquial HumorPlay
'Landlubber' often carries a humorous tone when teasing someone's lack of seafaring skill. SlideCome on, landlubber, I'll show you the ropes, so you don't tumble overboard!
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Mild InsultPlay
It can be mildly insulting if used seriously but is usually light-hearted. SlideNo more rum for that landlubber, he can't even find his sea legs!