Surly sailor Synonyms

Definitions for Surly


  • (adjective) given to or displaying a resentful silence and often irritability
  • (adjective) having or showing a habitually bad temper
  • (adjective) inclined to anger or bad feelings with overtones of menace

Definitions for Sailor


  • (noun) one who operates or navigates a seagoing vessel
  • (noun) any member of a ship's crew
  • (noun) a serviceman in the navy