ocean liner

/ˌoʊʃən ˌlaɪnər/
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Other forms: ocean liners

Definitions of ocean liner
  1. noun
    a large commercial ship (especially one that carries passengers on a regular schedule)
    synonyms: liner
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    types:
    cabin liner
    a liner with cabins for passengers
    cargo liner
    a liner that carries cargo
    express luxury liner, luxury liner
    a liner equipped for sumptuous living
    type of:
    passenger ship
    a ship built to carry passengers
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