κυβερνήτης kybernḗtēs

Meaning

helmsman, i.e. (by implication) captain

In the King James Version: (ship) master

Derivation: from the same as G2941 (κυβέρνησις);

Where it is used

• Acts 27:11 But contrary to Paul’s advice, the centurion was persuaded by the pilot and by the owner of the ship.
• Revelation 18:17 For in a single hour such fabulous wealth has been destroyed!” Every shipmaster, passenger, and sailor, and all who make their living from the sea, will stand at a distance