Warship: meaning, definitions and examples

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warship

[ ˈwɔːrʃɪp ]

Noun

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naval vessel

A warship is a naval vessel used by a country's military for combat or defense. It is equipped with weapons and technology to engage in warfare at sea.

Synonyms

battleship, cruiser, destroyer.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
warship	General term for any naval ship designed for warfare. Used when referring to military ships collectively or when the specific type isn't important. The fleet comprised several types of warships. A warship was spotted patrolling the coast.
battleship	Large, heavily armored and armed warship designed for head-on battles. Use when emphasizing the ship's size and firepower. The battleship was the pride of the navy. In World War II, battleships played a pivotal role in sea battles.
destroyer	Fast, maneuverable, and lightly armored warship designed for protecting larger vessels. Often used in anti-submarine warfare. The destroyer was assigned to protect the aircraft carrier. Destroyers are essential for modern naval strategies due to their speed and agility.
cruiser	Medium-sized warship that is faster and more mobile than a battleship but less heavily armored. Often used for escort duties and reconnaissance. The cruiser escorted the convoy through dangerous waters. A cruiser is more versatile and can be deployed in various missions.

Examples of usage

The navy deployed several warships to patrol the waters.
The warship fired warning shots at the approaching enemy vessel.

Translations

Translations of the word "warship" in other languages:

🇵🇹 navio de guerra

🇮🇳 युद्धपोत

🇩🇪 Kriegsschiff

🇮🇩 kapal perang

🇺🇦 військовий корабель

🇵🇱 okręt wojenny

🇯🇵 軍艦

🇫🇷 navire de guerre

🇪🇸 buque de guerra

🇹🇷 savaş gemisi

🇰🇷 전투함

🇸🇦 سفينة حربية

🇨🇿 válečná loď

🇸🇰 vojnová loď

🇨🇳 军舰

🇸🇮 vojna ladja

🇮🇸 herskip

🇰🇿 соғыс кемесі

🇬🇪 საომარი გემი

🇦🇿 hərbi gəmi

🇲🇽 buque de guerra

Etymology

The term 'warship' dates back to the 17th century and is derived from the combination of 'war' and 'ship'. Warships have played a crucial role in naval warfare throughout history, evolving from simple sailing vessels to modern, technologically advanced ships capable of engaging in combat in various environments.