gross tonnage

noun

, Nautical.

1. the total volume of a vessel, expressed in units of 100 cubic feet gross ton, with certain open structures, deckhouses, tanks, etc., exempted.

Example Sentences

At 1,198 feet long and a gross tonnage of 250,800, it is hard to miss.

From New York Times

By gross tonnage, Dilbar is the largest yacht on the planet, according to Boat International, and No. 5 in length.

From Washington Post

That fascination is evident from the gross tonnage of social media commentary she attracts in both countries.

From Seattle Times

That fascination is evident from the gross tonnage of social media commentary she attracts in both countries.

From Seattle Times

The third proposal sought to bar cruise ships larger than 100,000 gross tonnage from being at dock or anchor after Jan. 1, 2026.

From Seattle Times