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cruiser

8 synonyms and 0 antonyms for cruiser, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A fast, medium-sized warship built for long-range operations.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

prowl car squad car patrol car police car cabin cruiser pleasure boat police cruiser pleasure craft

How to use cruiser

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

naval cruiser police cruiser luxury cruiser

Etymology

From "cruise" plus "-er."

Full origin of cruiser →

Frequently asked questions

What does “cruiser” mean?

The word “cruiser” means a fast, medium-sized warship built for long-range operations. In plain terms, a warship, a pleasure ship, or (informally) a police car, depending on context.

How do you pronounce “cruiser”?

“Cruiser” is pronounced KROO-z (/ˈkɹu.zɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “cruiser” in a sentence?

Here is “cruiser” used in a sentence: “The naval cruiser patrolled the strait for weeks.”

What part of speech is “cruiser”?

“Cruiser” is a noun.

Is “cruiser” a common word?

“Cruiser” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “cruiser” have?

“Cruiser” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fast, medium-sized warship built for long-range operations.

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