hearty

/ˈhɑːti/noun

A friendly name sailors call one another.

Example sentences

“"Welcome aboard, me hearties!" the captain shouted to the new crew.”
“The old sailor greeted his hearties at the dockside tavern.”

The living senses are warmth and vigor: a hearty welcome, a hearty laugh, a hearty breakfast that fills you up. This sailor's greeting survives only in pirate talk: 'me hearties'.

Related words

hecticExtremely busy, rushed, and full of activity.heartbreakIntense sorrow or emotional pain, usually caused by losing someone or being badly disappointed.heedTo watch over something and keep it safe.heartThe organ in your chest that pumps blood around your body, long regarded as the source of feelings.heedlessPaying no attention to something; careless of risks or warnings.healthyIn good physical condition; free from illness.