cruses

noun

plural of cruse
as in vessels

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  1. vessels
  2. kettles
  3. bottles
  4. cups
Noun
  • The ministry also said that its forces overnight continued to strike Ukrainian ports and vessels delivering cargo for the armed forces.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The recommendation comes as Greenland continues to attract both expedition vessels and larger passenger ships during the summer cruise season, according to Cruise Industry News.
    — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of vessels
Noun
  • Kitchenware Cutting boards, knives, mugs, kettles, coffee makers, and other kitchen essentials can all be cleaned with apple cider vinegar.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Unlike standard kettles, this one features a precise temperature control and soothing tone (no annoying whistle) that signals when the water has reached a boil.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of kettles
Noun
  • Oenophiles can store their wine collection in the home’s original cellar, with space for about 4,000 bottles, and cinephiles can get comfy in the cinema, outfitted with theater-like seating.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The recall affects 15mL bottles of Clear Eyes' Maximum Itchy Eye Relief, which mitigates itchiness, redness and other eye irritations, according to the product description.
    — Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of bottles
Noun
  • Visitors are encouraged to bring refillable water bottles or cups.
    — Jamal Goss, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Tacos at the waffle place, waffles at the chicken place; our cups indeed runneth over.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of cups
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