Troopship

usgb/ˈtruːpʃɪp/
noun

A ship that is used for carrying soldiers or military personnel from one place to another.

During the war, thousands of soldiers were transported on a troopship.
Visual representation of "troopship" - A ship that is used for carrying soldiers or military personnel from one place to another.

Often appears as...

  • board the troopship
  • travel by troopship
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Historical Use

Troopship is often seen in historical contexts, especially related to war times.

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The museum displayed models of troopships used during World War II.
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Military Context

'Troopship' is exclusively used in military contexts for transporting armed forces.

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The navy decommissioned an old troopship after years of service.
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Not a Cruise

'Troopship' doesn't refer to leisure or cruise ships; it's for military function only.

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Refugees mistakenly boarded a troopship thinking it was heading to safe shores.
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