1. Plural of bowsman; sailors or rowers who operate the bow (front) of a boat or ship.
Usage: nautical; plural form

Examples

• The bowsmen worked in perfect synchronization to steer the racing shell.
• The captain assigned the strongest bowsmen to the front positions.
• During the regatta, the bowsmen set the pace for the entire crew.
• The bowsmen were responsible for keeping the boat aligned with the course.
• Several experienced bowsmen volunteered for the long-distance rowing expedition.