What does gunship mean?
Gunship means (nautical) A ship equipped with heavy artillery..
Gunship
/ˈɡʌnʃɪp/ · noun
Meaning
(nautical) A ship equipped with heavy artillery..
Definitions by Sense
- (nautical) A ship equipped with heavy artillery.
- (aviation) An armed helicopter tasked to attack the enemy.
- (US, air force, military) A transport airplane equipped with large calibre guns typical of armoured fighting vehicles
Example Sentences
I'm sending down five more dropships, combat EMVs, and a thopter gunship.
Roger that, Hocus. Friendly gunship, coming in hot!
Synonyms for gunship
Antonyms for gunship
Related Words
Word Forms
- gunships
Usage Notes
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I'm sending down five more dropships, combat EMVs, and a thopter gunship.
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