English Explanatory Dictionary

lightning 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

lightning carrier lightning carriers

Etymology

Blend of lightning + aircraft carrier. From the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, the Lightning II jump jet, itself named after WWII Lockheed P-38 Lightning I, in turn, named after the lightning bolt and lightning.

Synonyms

harrier carrier
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