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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Bowers is accused of throwing objects at police officers and at cruisers, while Cantwell allegedly used a pole to smash a police cruiser.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
The cruiser is also designated as the flagship of the Pacific Fleet and spends a lot of time operating out of San Diego.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2025
In total, approximately 4,500 Marines and sailors have been deployed, supported by a cruiser, several destroyers, and a Los Angeles-class attack submarine equipped with more than 400 missile tubes capable of precision strikes.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2025
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
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Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
The cruiser is also designated as the flagship of the Pacific Fleet and spends a lot of time operating out of San Diego.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2025
In total, approximately 4,500 Marines and sailors have been deployed, supported by a cruiser, several destroyers, and a Los Angeles-class attack submarine equipped with more than 400 missile tubes capable of precision strikes.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2025
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
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“Cruiser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cruiser. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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