The Clue
Mars spacecraft (7 letter answer)
The Answer
MARINER
Tags
Notes
The answer MARINER is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 650 puzzles.
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Definition
MARINER as a noun:
1. (mariner, seaman, tar, Jack-tar, Jack, old salt, seafarer, gob, sea dog) = a man who serves as a sailor
MARINE as an adjective:
1. of or relating to the sea; "marine explorations"
2. (nautical, maritime, marine) = relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen; "nautical charts"; "maritime law"; "marine insurance"
3. of or relating to military personnel who serve both on land and at sea (specifically the U.S. Marine Corps); "marine barracks"
4. native to or inhabiting the sea; "marine plants and animals such as seaweed and whales"