What is the answer to "Ishmael's captain"?

The most common answer is AHAB. However, there is 1 possible answer to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2024.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Easy difficulty.

Ishmael’s captain Crossword Clue Answer

Solving Ishmael's captain? You're in luck—this appeared in Apple News Crossword July 28, 2025. Check out our 4-letter solution.

Ishmael's captain Crossword Answer

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Ishmael's captain Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to "Ishmael's captain" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Ishmael's captain" crossword clue is AHAB. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the Apple News Crossword puzzle.

Which crossword used "Ishmael's captain" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Apple News Crossword puzzle on July 28, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What is the meaning of AHAB?

The word AHAB means: according to the Old Testament he was a pagan king of Israel and husband of Jezebel (9th century BC). This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Ishmael's captain".