noun
cruiser
KROO-z
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
Word Forms
cruisers plural
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Etymology
From "cruise" plus "-er."