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battle cruiser

 

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Noun battle cruiser has 1 sense
  1. battle cruiser - a cruiser of maximum speed and firepower
    --1 is a kind of
    cruiser

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Battle Cruiser

Definition:

A battle cruiser is a large and heavily armed warship that combines elements of a battleship and a cruiser. It is designed for high speed and firepower, making it suitable for both long-range attacks and fleet support.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses:

  1. A type of warship.

Usages:

A battle cruiser can be used in various contexts:

Popular Usage:

In popular culture, battle cruisers are often depicted as intimidating and formidable war vessels, featuring prominently in science fiction novels and video games.

Example sentence: The protagonist commanded a battle cruiser to defend their home planet from an alien invasion.

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Local Usage:

In local naval history, the battle cruiser played a crucial role in the decisive sea battle, providing strategic advantage with its speed and firepower.

Example sentence: During the naval engagement, the battle cruiser swiftly struck down enemy vessels with its heavy artillery.

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