Sideboy

Noun

Definitions

1.NounOne of an even-numbered group of seamen posted in two rows on the quarterdeck when a visiting dignitary boards or leaves the ship, historically to help (or even hoist) him aboard.

2.NounA small dresser; a drinks cabinet.

Synonyms

boarding party quarterdecker a.b.quartermaster captain's servant boatswain bow guard able-bodied seaman underseaman rating boardsman boots

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