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STEERSMAN [2 records]

Record 1 2020-07-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Cycling
CONT

On conventional tandems, the front rider steers as well as pedals the bicycle and is known as the captain, pilot, or steersman …

CONT

Since the stoker cannot see the road directly ahead, the captain has a special responsibility to warn of bumps in the road, so that the stoker can brace for them.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Cyclisme
DEF

Cycliste assis à l'avant du vélo tandem qui est chargé de diriger.

CONT

Le pilote doit informer au maximum le copilote de ce qu'il se passe sur la route. Il doit communiquer les différents obstacles qui pourraient se présenter comme des virages serrés et les bosses.

Spanish

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Record 2 2017-10-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Pleasure Boating and Yachting
OBS

helmsman: sailing term.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Yachting et navigation de plaisance
DEF

Membre de l'équipage qui, à bord d'un voilier, tient et manœuvre la barre.

OBS

barreur : terme de voile.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Nombramiento de cargos (Generalidades)
  • Vela y navegación de placer
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