cruiser
8 synonyms 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.
