capital ship
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of capital ship
First recorded in 1680–90
Example Sentences
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The Russian capital ship the Moskva was sunk in the Black Sea by a Neptune antiship missile.
From Salon ● Feb. 28, 2023
They keep the frontline away from your capital ship while also providing a resupply point during the attack phases.
From The Verge ● Oct. 9, 2020
Two teams go head to head with the ultimate goal of taking down the other’s capital ship.
From The Verge ● Oct. 9, 2020
The program includes the navy's 70-odd auxiliary ship plan, plus capital ship replacements under the Washington arms treaty.
From Time Magazine Archive
It is impossible at present to judge between the conflicting opinions as to the future of the capital ship, but it is certain that aviation will materially modify naval tactics and construction.
From Aviation in Peace and War by Sykes, Frederick Hugh, Sir
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