# cruise ship

CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/cruise-ship
Updated: 2026-08-05

## Definition

a very large passenger boat used for vacations. You stay on the ship like a hotel while it travels to different interesting places.

For teachers: a large passenger vessel used primarily for pleasure voyages, where the journey itself and the ship's amenities are part of the experience. Typically stops at several ports of call during a round-trip itinerary.

## Examples

- The massive cruise ship docked in the harbor this morning.
- Thousands of passengers boarded the cruise ship in Miami for a seven-day tour of the Caribbean islands.
- Modern cruise ships function as floating resorts, equipped with diverse amenities such as theaters, water parks, and multiple fine-dining establishments to cater to an international clientele.

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