Word Meaning

Meaning of purser

- A commissioned officer in the navy who had charge of the provisions, clothing, and public moneys on shipboard; -- now called paymaster.
- A clerk on steam passenger vessels whose duty it is to keep the accounts of the vessels, such as the receipt of freight, tickets, etc.
- Colloquially, any paymaster or cashier.

Crossword clue for purser

- Ship's accountant
- Ship’s officer