combatvessels
nounUK /ˈkɒmbæt ˈvɛsəlz/
US /ˈkɑːmbæt ˈvɛsəlz/
Combat vessels are big ships used by the navy to fight in wars.
The navy sent several combat vessels to protect the coast.
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2. Ships built or armed for use in battle.
The museum displays old combat vessels from the last century.
3. A group of military boats or ships used together in war.
The fleet of combat vessels sailed together across the sea.
4. Any watercraft designed for fighting rather than carrying goods or people.
Unlike cargo ships, combat vessels carry weapons and soldiers.