noun

freighter

FRAY-tuh

Freighter (noun) means a large ship or aircraft built mainly to carry cargo. Example: “The freighter unloaded hundreds of containers at the dock.”

noun

A large ship or aircraft built mainly to carry cargo.

"The freighter unloaded hundreds of containers at the dock."

How to use freighter

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA ship or plane whose main job is hauling cargo, not passengers.

Common pairings

cargo freighter ocean freighter

Word forms

freighters plural

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Etymology

From "freight" plus the agent suffix "-er."

Synonyms

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bottom merchantman merchant ship

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Rhymes for freighter

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Frequently asked questions

What does “freighter” mean?

The word “freighter” means a large ship or aircraft built mainly to carry cargo. In plain terms, a ship or plane whose main job is hauling cargo, not passengers.

How do you pronounce “freighter”?

“Freighter” is pronounced FRAY-tuh (/ˈfɹeɪtɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “freighter” in a sentence?

Here is “freighter” used in a sentence: “The freighter unloaded hundreds of containers at the dock.”

What part of speech is “freighter”?

“Freighter” is a noun.

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