coxswain
/ˈkɑksən/
noun
- The person who steers a boat, especially a rowboat or racing shell, and gives commands to the rowers.
- She trained for months to become the coxswain of the university's crew team.
- The coxswain shouted instructions to keep the rowers in perfect rhythm.
- A good coxswain must have a strong voice and quick decision-making skills.