bunkervessel
nounUK /ˈbʌŋkəˌvɛsəl/
US /ˈbʌŋkərˌvɛsəl/
A bunkervessel is a big ship that carries fuel for other ships.
The bunkervessel pulled alongside the cargo ship to refill its tanks.
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2. A ship designed to store and deliver bunker fuel to vessels at sea or in port.
The bunkervessel delivered heavy fuel oil to the freighter before it left the harbor.
3. A floating storage unit holding fuel for a fleet or port.
The navy kept a bunkervessel anchored near the base for quick refueling.
4. Any vessel whose main job is to transport fuel in bulk.
Coast guards monitor every bunkervessel that enters the bay.