Green hand (whaling) explained

A green hand (also "greenhand" or "greenie") is a term for an inexperienced crew member of a 19th-century whaler on his first voyage,^[1] and who would typically have the smallest "lay", or share, in the profits.^[2]

See also

• Whaling
• History of Whaling

Notes and References

1. Web site: New Bedford Whaling project FAQ. 2008-08-11.
2. Web site: Crew - Greenhand. www.girlonawhaleship.org. 2020-03-05.