cruise ship

noun

1. a passenger ship built or used for pleasure cruises, usually taking passengers on an extended cruise with occasional calls in various places of interest.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cruise ship¹

First recorded in 1715–25

Example Sentences

John Prescott, the Labour Party stalwart who rose from being a steward on a cruise ship to serving as deputy prime minister for a record ten years, has died at the age of 86.

From BBC

As a teenager, Mr. Prescott became a steward on a cruise ship, embarking on a career at sea that was to shape his rise in politics.

From New York Times

More than 100 people have submitted claims for compensation after falling ill on a cruise ship.

From BBC

George Taft, 65, and Ian Catterson, 73, drowned in February last year when MV Biter capsized while assisting the Hebridean Princess cruise ship.

From BBC

A new Disney cruise ship has rescued four people from a sinking catamaran more than 200 miles from Bermuda.

From BBC

Related Words

• liner
• luxury liner
• ocean liner