bulk carrier

noun

1. a single-decked ship designed to carry dry cargoes, as grain or coal, in bulk form.

bulk carrier

noun

1. a ship that carries unpackaged cargo, usually consisting of a single dry commodity, such as coal or grain Also calledbulker

Word History and Origins

Origin of bulk carrier¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

He said a life of sailing on freighters and bulk carriers, oil tankers and container ships has taken him to more than 50 countries.

From Washington Post