Steamship Company (Noun)
Meaning
A line responsible for the operation of a fleet of steamships.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The steamship company had a monopoly on trade routes in the early 20th century.
- The Cunard Line was one of the most prestigious steamship companies of its time, operating iconic vessels like the RMS Titanic.
- After facing financial difficulties, the family-owned steamship company was forced to sell off several of its vessels.
- The steamship company played a significant role in the economic development of the Caribbean region, establishing regular shipping routes between ports.
- The SS Great Britain, built in the 1840s, was operated by a steamship company that offered transatlantic passenger service between the United States and the United Kingdom.