ClimateAugust 11, 2026

seafaring

SEE-fair-ing

Definition

The activity or profession of traveling by sea, especially regarding navigation and maritime operations.

Etymology

Derived from the Old English 'sae' (sea) and 'faran' (to travel or go). It evolved to specifically describe the act of traveling across the sea by ship.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the ancient Maltese people's ability to traverse the ocean, highlighting their advanced maritime skills and navigational techniques.

Ancient Maltese seafarers likely navigated by the stars

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