The person in command of a ship, aircraft, or spacecraft. noun
The captain navigated the ship through the storm.
As the captain of the aircraft, she was responsible for the safety of all passengers.
An officer in the army, air force, or marine corps ranking above a lieutenant and below a major. noun
He was promoted to the rank of captain after five years of service.
The captain led his troops into battle with confidence.
The leader of a sports team. noun
The captain of the soccer team gave an inspiring speech before the match.
She was elected captain by her teammates for her leadership skills.
To lead or command a team, ship, aircraft, etc. verb
He captained the team to victory in the championship.
She was chosen to captain the new expedition to the Arctic.