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Definition of Chief mate
1. Noun. The second in command following the Captain. Primary duties include managing maintenance and upkeep of the vessel. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
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1. Noun. The second in command following the Captain. Primary duties include managing maintenance and upkeep of the vessel. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com