raidingvessels
nounUK /ˈreɪdɪŋ ˈvɛsəlz/
US /ˈreɪdɪŋ ˈvɛsəlz/
Boats used by people who attack and steal from other places.
The pirates sailed their raiding vessels toward the quiet harbor.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Ships sent out to make a sudden attack on an enemy.
The king ordered his raiding vessels to strike at dawn.
3. Boats used to capture goods or treasure from others.
Their raiding vessels returned loaded with stolen gold.
4. A group of small craft used for quick hit-and-run strikes.
The raiding vessels moved fast and vanished before help arrived.