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
1
A fast, medium-sized warship built for long-range operations.
"The naval cruiser patrolled the strait for weeks."
2
A large passenger ship used for pleasure voyages.
"The cruiser docked in port for a day of sightseeing."
3
A police patrol car.
"Two cruisers pulled up outside the store with lights flashing."
How to use cruiser
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA warship, a pleasure ship, or (informally) a police car, depending on context.
Common pairings
naval cruiser
police cruiser
luxury cruiser
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Word forms
- Plural
- cruisers
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The naval _____ patrolled the strait for weeks.
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
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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.
