noun Uncommon

cruiser

KROO-z

Cruiser (noun) means a fast, medium-sized warship built for long-range operations. Example: “The naval cruiser patrolled the strait for weeks.”

noun

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

"The naval cruiser patrolled the strait for weeks."

A large passenger ship used for pleasure voyages.

"The cruiser docked in port for a day of sightseeing."

A police patrol car.

"Two cruisers pulled up outside the store with lights flashing."

How to use cruiser

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA warship, a pleasure ship, or (informally) a police car, depending on context.

Common pairings

naval cruiser police cruiser luxury cruiser

Word forms

cruisers plural

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Etymology

From "cruise" plus "-er."

Synonyms

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

Rhymes for cruiser

riser miser Wiser Kaiser bruiser Fraiser appraiser Budweiser fundraiser

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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.