Guard Ship (Noun)
Meaning
A warship (at anchor or under way) required to maintain a higher degree of readiness than others in its squadron.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The destroyer was designated as the guard ship for the fleet, responsible for responding to any potential threats.
- During the naval exercise, the cruiser served as the guard ship, ready to intervene if necessary.
- The battleship was assigned as the guard ship for the harbor, protecting the anchored vessels from enemy attack.
- As the guard ship, the frigate was required to maintain a higher state of alertness than the other ships in the squadron.
- The aircraft carrier was designated as the guard ship for the task force, providing air support and defense for the other vessels.