naval architect

noun

: one who designs ships

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For the right student—whether a future naval architect, a cattle-ranching philosopher, or a debt-free machinist—these schools offer the best ROI in America. — Scott White, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2026 Reconfiguring the interiors required not only conventional architects but also naval architects to ensure the boat remained structurally sound. — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2025 The trials were conducted by BAE Systems and the ship’s staff, and activity was monitored by SDA and Ministry of Defence naval architects and overseers. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025 The Flaws of Endurance The author of the Polar Record study is Jukka Tuhkrui, a Finnish ice researcher and naval architect who was part of the 2022 trip to discover the wreck of Endurance. — Frederick Dreier, Outside, 7 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for naval architect

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1885, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of naval architect was circa 1885

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“Naval architect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naval%20architect. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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