noun
- the act or practice of serving as a coxswain (the person who steers and commands a rowing boat or racing shell).
Usage: nautical; sports
verb
- to act as a coxswain for a boat or crew; to steer and direct a rowing team.
Usage: nautical; sports
Examples
- She has been coxswaining for the university rowing team for three years.
- Coxswaining requires excellent communication skills and knowledge of boat handling.
- He started coxswaining in high school and fell in love with the sport.
- The coach praised her coxswaining during the championship race.
- Coxswaining is a demanding role that combines leadership and technical expertise.
- After years of rowing, she transitioned to coxswaining to stay involved in the sport.