| cruiser | |
| 1. n. One who attends cruises. | |
| 2. n. (cycling) A kind of bicycle that usually combines balloon tires, an upright seating posture, a single-speed drivetrain, and straightforward steel construction with expressive styling. | |
| 3. n. (nautical, in the days of sail) A frigate or other vessel, detached from the fleet, to cruise independently in search of the enemy or its merchant ships. | |
| 4. n. (nautical) A class of fast warships of medium tonnage, having a long cruising range but less armour and firepower than a battleship. | |
| 5. n. (nautical) A miniature aircraft carrier carrying VTOL aircraft. | |
| 6. n. (nautical) A passenger ship used for pleasure voyages, where the voyage itself and the ship's amenities are considered an essential part of the experience; also cruise ship. | |
| 7. n. (nautical) Any of several yachts designed for cruising. | |
| 8. n. (US, law enforcement) A police patrol vehicle. | |
