lightship

/ˌlaɪtˈʃɪp/
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Other forms: lightships

Definitions of lightship
  1. noun
    a ship equipped like a lighthouse and anchored where a permanent lighthouse would be impracticable
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    type of:
    ship
    a vessel that carries passengers or freight
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