English Explanatory Dictionary

harrier carrier

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A small light fast aircraft carrier specialized in operating VTOL aircraft, used for controlling sea lanes, convoy escort, and anti-submarine patrol (ASW).

Word forms

harrier carrier harrier carriers

Etymology

Blend of harrier + aircraft carrier. From the Hawker-Siddeley Harrier GR.1/2/3 & AV-8A and the McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier II, the Harrier jump jet named after the harrier bird.

Synonyms

lightning carrier
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