ship (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ʃɪp/

Definition

A large boat with a deck, used for carrying people or goods across the sea.

Examples

• The ship sailed across the ocean.

• We saw a big cargo ship full of containers.

• The passengers boarded the ship for their holiday cruise.

How to Use ship

ship out (phrasal verb)

To send goods or people away, often by ship. — "The company will ship out the orders next week."

Synonyms of ship

Words with a similar meaning to ship:

• boat
• vessel

Antonyms of ship

Words with the opposite meaning to ship:

• land
• aircraft

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