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skippering

British

/ ˈskɪpərɪŋ /

noun

slang the practice of sleeping rough

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Etymology

Origin of skippering

C20: of unknown origin

Example Sentences

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It left Australia with work to do in their final two games but they will not panic according to Head, skippering Australia in the absence of the injured Mitchell Marsh.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

Kerr was appointed captain in 2019, with Arsenal defender Steph Catley typically skippering the side since her injury.

From Barron's • Oct. 25, 2025

Williamson, 25, who plays for Women's Super League side Arsenal as well as skippering the Lionesses, said she hoped the award would help her to continue inspiring the next generation of sportswomen.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2023

It said one was suspected of skippering the vessel, and the other of assisting him.

From Washington Times • Nov. 3, 2022

"Give Cappy Ricks one look into Matt Peasley's face and I'll be skippering the Retriever," he declared.

From Cappy Ricks Or, the Subjugation of Matt Peasley by Kyne, Peter B. (Peter Bernard)

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