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Meaning of aircraft carrier
A large ship that carries aircraft, serving as a base for them to take off and land.
Etymology of aircraft carrier
The term "aircraft carrier" originated in the early 20th century, with the first aircraft carriers being converted from existing ships
The word "carrier" comes from the Old French "carier", meaning "to carry" or "to transport"
Synonyms
warship
naval vessel
carrier
flattop
ship of war
combat ship
battleship
cruiser
destroyer
escort carrier
light carrier
amphibious assault ship
helicopter carrier
flight deck
ship
vessel
boat
frigate
corvette
sloop
man-of-war
ironclad
dreadnought
battleship
aircraft
plane
jet
bomber
fighter
helicopter
seaplane
airliner
transport
tanker
freighter
cargo ship
passenger ship
liner
naval ship
fleet
armada
squadron
flotilla
Definitions
- A warship with a large flat deck, used for carrying and launching aircraft
- * A ship that serves as a base for aircraft to take off and land, providing a mobile airbase for military operations
Usage Examples
- The aircraft carrier sailed through the strait, its deck filled with fighter jets and helicopters
- * The navy's newest aircraft carrier is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and can carry thousands of personnel
Antonyms
submarine
patrol boat
tugboat
ferry
yacht
sailboat
rowboat
kayak
canoe
speedboat
motorboat
houseboat
pontoon
barge
tanker
cargo ship
freighter
passenger ship
liner
cruise ship
oil tanker
container ship
bulk carrier
refrigerated ship