seaman recruit

noun

, U.S. Navy and Coast Guard.

1. a noncommissioned enlisted person of the lowest rank. : SR

Example Sentences

A ProPublica investigation showed there was little evidence of the sailor's guilt, and Seaman Recruit Ryan Mays was found not guilty at his court-martial.

From Salon

Seaman Recruit Ryan Sawyer Mays, 21, who had been facing life in prison if convicted on charges of aggravated arson and willful hazarding of a vessel, wept with his head on the defense team’s table after hearing the verdict.

From New York Times

Seaman Recruit Ryan Sawyer Mays was found not guilty of arson and hazarding a vessel for the devastating fire that broke out aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard.

From Washington Times

“Seaman Recruit Mays was found not guilty on the charges,” Commander Sean Robertson, a spokesman for the Navy’s 3rd Fleet, said in a statement.

From Washington Times

“Seaman Recruit Mays was found not guilty on the charges of willful hazarding of a vessel and aggravated arson. The Navy is committed to upholding the principles of due process and a fair trial,” said Lt.

From Washington Times