cruiser
Pronunciation: /ˈkɹu.zɚ/
The English word “cruiser” has 12 meanings listed here.
noun
- A frigate or other vessel, detached from the fleet, to cruise independently in search of the enemy or its merchant ships.
- A class of fast warships of medium tonnage, having a long cruising range but less armour and firepower than a battleship.
- A starship of comparable role
- A miniature aircraft carrier carrying VTOL aircraft.
- A passenger ship used for pleasure voyages, where the voyage itself and the ship's amenities are considered an essential part of the experience.
- Any of several yachts designed for cruising.
- One who attends cruises.
- A bicycle designed for low-speed, recreational use, usually characterized by balloon tires, upright seating, a single-speed drivetrain and expressive styling.
- A police patrol vehicle.
- Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genus Vindula.
- Any dragonfly of the family Macromiidae; a macromiid.
- One who cruises at bars and neighborhoods seeking sex.
Etymology
From cruise + -er.
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