Frigate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɹɪɡ.ət/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Frigate is a noun meaning (nautical) Any of several types of warship:.
Meaning
(nautical) Any of several types of warship:.
More Meanings
- (fiction) A warship or space warship, inspired by one of the many historic varieties of frigate.
- A frigatebird (Fregata spp.).
Example Sentences
These frigates are all so lazy, that they perch by day on the trees, at the edge of the sea, awaiting the other birds […]
Frigates are light escort and scouting vessels. They often have extensive GARDIAN systems to provide anti-fighter screening for capital ships, and carry a squad of marines for security and groundside duty. Unlike larger vessels, frigates are able to land on planets.
Word Forms
- frigates
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include warship, ship, vessel, commander, escort, destroyer.
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