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
Ron Koch2
: a large fast moderately armored and gunned warship
3
: a person who cruises
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Mario Bickham, the driver of the vehicle that struck the cruiser and ultimately the two victims, was taken to a hospital.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2025
The cruiser came to rest after hitting the front end of a Honda SUV, Booth said.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 27 June 2025
That’s not that far off - many cruisers have already booked 2026 and 2027 cruises.
—Roger Dooley, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
The vehicle made quick turns, hoping to shake the pursuing line of cruisers.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 17 June 2025
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Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2025
The cruiser came to rest after hitting the front end of a Honda SUV, Booth said.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 27 June 2025
That’s not that far off - many cruisers have already booked 2026 and 2027 cruises.
—Roger Dooley, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
The vehicle made quick turns, hoping to shake the pursuing line of cruisers.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 17 June 2025
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“Cruiser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cruiser. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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