Surface Ship (Noun)
Meaning
A warship that operates on the surface of the water.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The destroyer is a surface ship that is capable of launching torpedoes and missiles at enemy targets.
- Surface ships are more vulnerable to attack from submarines and aircraft than they are to other surface ships.
- The navy's surface ship fleet includes cruisers, destroyers, and frigates, each with its own unique capabilities.
- In a naval battle, surface ships often provide gunfire support to amphibious landings and other operations.
- The new surface ship design features advanced radar and missile systems to improve its air defense capabilities.