What is another word for cruisers?

Common synonyms for cruisers include prowlcar, policecar, policecruiser, squadcar, cruiser.

What is the opposite of cruisers?

Antonyms of cruisers include stationary, grounded, anchored, docked, immobile.

Synonyms for

Cruisers

Noun / ˈkru:zɜ:z / Another word for cruisers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Cruisers are large fast warships that are used for long-range missions.

Synonyms & similar words

prowlcar policecar policecruiser squadcar cruiser pleasureboat pleasurecraft cabincruiser patrolcar warships battleships destroyers vessels ships boats crafts gunboats submarines frigates corvettes sloops yachts steamboats liners carriers submersibles hydrofoils

Synonyms by register

Formal

warships battleships vessels ships

Informal

boats ships yachts

Literary

galleons frigates men-of-war

Antonyms

stationary grounded anchored docked immobile

Common collocations

naval cruisers
heavy cruisers
light cruisers
destroyer cruisers
cruisers in the navy
cruisers on patrol
cruisers at sea

Word family

noun cruiser

verb cruise

Usage note

Primarily refers to a type of warship, but can also informally refer to any large boat or ship. The verb 'to cruise' means to travel smoothly or to patrol an area.

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