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cruise

[kruːz]

cruise Definition

  • 1a journey on a large ship for pleasure, during which you visit several places
  • 2to travel on a ship or boat for pleasure, especially for several days or weeks, visiting different places

Using cruise: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cruise" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    We went on a Caribbean cruise last year.

  • Example

    They are planning to cruise around the world.

  • Example

    The ship cruised along the coast.

  • Example

    We spent the day cruising the harbor.

cruise Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using cruise

  • to take a trip on a large ship for pleasure

    Example

    We're planning to go on a cruise to Alaska next summer.

  • to move or progress through something with ease and without much effort

    Example

    She cruised through the exam, finishing it in half the allotted time.

  • to allow something to proceed automatically or without much attention

    Example

    I put my work on cruise control for the weekend and enjoyed some time off.

Phrases with cruise

  • a device in a vehicle that automatically controls the speed of the vehicle

    Example

    I set the cruise control at 60 miles per hour and relaxed for the long drive ahead.

  • a guided missile that can be launched from an aircraft or ship and is designed to strike a specific target

    Example

    The military used a cruise missile to destroy the enemy's radar station.

  • a large passenger ship used for pleasure voyages, typically with several stops at different ports

    Example

    The cruise ship had a swimming pool, a casino, and several restaurants on board.

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Summary: cruise in Brief

The term 'cruise' [kruːz] refers to a journey on a large ship for pleasure, visiting several places. It also means to travel on a ship or boat for pleasure, visiting different places. The phrase 'go on a cruise' is commonly used to describe this type of travel. 'Cruise' can also refer to a device in a vehicle that automatically controls the speed of the vehicle, a guided missile, or a large passenger ship used for pleasure voyages.

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