English · Slang Attested

ship's cousin

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Meaning · English

an esteemed or preferred passenger aboard ship.

Where it’s used: Used American English

"You're a ship's cousin, I tell ye, Master Doo-but-little," roared the steward; "some such matter as a ship's cousin, sir.."

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “ship's cousin” mean?

an esteemed or preferred passenger aboard ship.

Is “ship's cousin” formal or informal?

ship's cousin is generally slang.

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