harpooneer

• Nom désignant une personne qui utilise ou lance un harpon, généralement dans le cadre de la chasse à la baleine ou de la pêche.

A noun referring to a person who uses or launches a harpoon, typically in the context of whaling or fishing.

1. Person who uses a harpoonC1formal

   An individual who launches or throws a harpoon, traditionally employed in whaling or spearfishing activities.

   harponneur

   • The harpooneer stood at the bow of the ship, ready to strike.
   • He learned the skills of a harpooneer from his father.
   • The experienced harpooneer aimed carefully before throwing his harpoon.

   Synonymesharpooner