Ship: meaning, definitions and examples

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ship

 

[ ʃɪp ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

on the water

A large boat for transporting people or goods by sea.

Synonyms

boat, craft, vessel

Examples of usage

  • The ship sailed across the ocean.
  • The cruise ship was luxurious and spacious.
Context #2 | Verb

to send

To send (goods or people) by a ship.

Synonyms

dispatch, send, transport

Examples of usage

  • The company ships products to customers worldwide.
  • They ship the cargo using large freighters.
Context #3 | Noun

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

Etymology

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.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,179, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.