Ship: meaning, definitions and examples
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ship
[ ʃɪp ]
on the water
A large boat for transporting people or goods by sea.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The ship sailed across the ocean.
- The cruise ship was luxurious and spacious.
to send
To send (goods or people) by a ship.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The company ships products to customers worldwide.
- They ship the cargo using large freighters.
in a romantic relationship
A romantic relationship between two characters in a TV show, movie, or book.
Synonyms
pairing, relationship, romance
Examples of usage
- Fans of the show were excited about the new ship between the main characters.
- The fans ship the two characters together.
Translations
Translations of the word "ship" in other languages:
🇵🇹 navio
🇮🇳 जहाज
🇩🇪 Schiff
🇮🇩 kapal
🇺🇦 корабель
🇵🇱 statek
🇯🇵 船 (ふね)
🇫🇷 navire
🇪🇸 barco
🇹🇷 gemi
🇰🇷 배 (bae)
🇸🇦 سفينة (safīna)
🇨🇿 loď
🇸🇰 loď
🇨🇳 船 (chuán)
🇸🇮 ladja
🇮🇸 skip
🇰🇿 кеме
🇬🇪 გემი (gemi)
🇦🇿 gəmi
🇲🇽 barco
Word origin
The word 'ship' originated from the Old English word 'scip', which in turn came from the Proto-Germanic word 'skipą'. Ships have been crucial for transportation, trade, and exploration throughout history, playing a significant role in connecting civilizations and cultures. From ancient wooden vessels to modern steel behemoths, ships have evolved to meet the changing needs of society.
See also: shipbuilding, shipmate, shipment, shippable, shipper, shippers, shipping, ships, shipwrecked.