gunship

English

/ˈɡʌnʃɪp/

noun
Definitions
  • (nautical) A ship equipped with heavy artillery.
  • (aviation) An armed helicopter tasked to attack the enemy.
  • (US) A transport airplane equipped with large calibre guns typical of armoured fighting vehicles

Etymology

Compound from English gun + English ship (relationship).

Origin

English

ship

Gloss

relationship

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