Troopship: meaning, definitions and examples
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troopship
[ truːpʃɪp ]
military transport
A troopship is a vessel specifically designed to transport soldiers and military personnel. These ships are equipped to carry large numbers of troops, along with their equipment and supplies. Troopships are utilized primarily during wartime or military operations to deploy forces to various locations. Unlike typical cargo ships, troopships prioritize the accommodation and safety of military personnel. They may also have facilities for medical care and logistics support.
Synonyms
military transport, military vessel, troop carrier.
Examples of usage
- The army deployed troops via troopship.
- Historical battles often featured troopships bringing soldiers to the front lines.
- The troopship sailed across the ocean to reach its destination.
- After training, the recruits boarded the troopship headed for deployment.
Translations
Translations of the word "troopship" in other languages:
🇵🇹 navio de tropa
🇮🇳 सेना जहाज
🇩🇪 Truppenschiff
🇮🇩 kapal angkut pasukan
🇺🇦 транспортний корабель
🇵🇱 okręt transportowy
🇯🇵 輸送艦
🇫🇷 navire de transport
🇪🇸 buque de transporte
🇹🇷 birlik gemisi
🇰🇷 부대 수송선
🇸🇦 سفينة نقل القوات
🇨🇿 vojenská loď
🇸🇰 vojenská loď
🇨🇳 troopship
🇸🇮 vojaška ladja
🇮🇸 hernaðarskip
🇰🇿 әскери кемеге
🇬🇪 სამხედრო გემი
🇦🇿 hərbi gəmi
🇲🇽 buque de transporte
Etymology
The term 'troopship' originated from the combination of the words 'troop' and 'ship.' The word 'troop' can be traced back to the Latin word 'troppus,' which means 'a collection of soldiers' or 'a group.' In military terminology, it typically refers to groups of soldiers organized for action. The word 'ship' has Old English roots, derived from the word 'scip,' which has been used to describe vessels for maritime transport since ancient times. The use of troopships became more prominent in the 19th and 20th centuries, especially during significant conflicts like the World Wars, when rapid movement of military personnel was crucial. On these vessels, many soldiers traveled long distances, often experiencing both the challenges of military life and the harsh conditions of sea travel. Over time, troopships evolved in design, improving accommodation and logistics to ensure the soldiers' readiness upon arrival at their deployment sites.