cruiser

noun

cruis·​er ˈkrü-zər How to pronounce cruiser (audio)
1
: a vehicle that cruises: such as
a
b
: a powerboat with facilities (such as a cabin and plumbing) necessary for living aboard

called also cabin cruiser

c
: beach cruiser
… bikes don't come much more basic than cruisers.Ron Koch
2
: a large fast moderately armored and gunned warship
3
: a person who cruises

Examples of cruiser in a Sentence

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With a beam of just over 25 feet, the tri-deck cruiser can accommodate up to 20 guests in four cabins and one large owner’s suite with a walk-around bed. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2025 In the Peace Patrol’s video of the confrontation, a Port Police cruiser is visible passing by, twice. Oren Peleg, New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2025 Rumors have been rife for quite some time now, but finally, the company has confirmed that production has started for its muscle cruiser. New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2025 These sailings are ideal for first-time cruisers to sample the experience without a long commitment. Nathan Diller, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cruiser

Word History

First Known Use

1695, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of cruiser was in 1695

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“Cruiser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cruiser. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

cruiser

noun
cruis·​er ˈkrü-zər How to pronounce cruiser (audio)
1
2
: a large fast warship smaller than a battleship
3
: a motorboat equipped for living aboard

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