noun
- a person who commands a ship, aircraft, or military unit
- the leader of a sports team
- a rank in the military or police force, typically above lieutenant and below major
verb
- to lead or command as a captain
Examples
- The ship's captain navigated through the storm.
- She was named captain of the volleyball team.
- He earned the rank of captain in the Army.
- The experienced player captains the soccer team with confidence.
- The captain ordered the crew to prepare the sails.
- Three captains from different departments attended the meeting.
- He captains the debate team at his school.