zwabbergast

Dutch

Etymology

From zwabber (“a mop”) +‎ gast (“knave, apprentice”).

Noun

zwabbergast m (plural zwabbergasten, diminutive zwabbergastje n)

  1. A cabin-boy, junior (notably apprentice) sailor, who does most chores, such as mopping

Synonyms

  • zwabberkapitein m
  • zwabberpaai m
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