fightingships
nounUK /ˈfaɪtɪŋ ʃɪps/
US /ˈfaɪtɪŋ ʃɪps/
Fighting ships are big boats made to battle on the water.
The navy sent its fighting ships across the sea.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Ships used in a war to attack or defend.
The old harbor was full of fighting ships from the war.
3. Toy or model ships kids use to play battle games.
The boys lined up their fighting ships on the rug.
4. A group of ships ready for a sea battle.
The captain led the fighting ships into the bay.