English Explanatory Dictionary

merchant ship

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A ship that is principally or (usually) entirely civilian, engaged in trade, which carries cargo, passengers, or both.

Word forms

merchant ship merchant ships

Synonyms

merchantman

Related words

merchant fleet merchant marine merchant navy merchant shipping cargo vessel
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