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gross tonnage

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noun

Nautical.
  1. the total volume of a vessel, expressed in units of 100 cubic feet gross ton, with certain open structures, deckhouses, tanks, etc., exempted.


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By gross tonnage, Dilbar is the largest yacht on the planet, according to Boat International, and No. 5 in length.

From Washington Post

That fascination is evident from the gross tonnage of social media commentary she attracts in both countries.

From Seattle Times

The third proposal sought to bar cruise ships larger than 100,000 gross tonnage from being at dock or anchor after Jan. 1, 2026.

From Seattle Times

The third proposal seeks to bar cruise ships larger than 100,000 gross tonnage from being at dock or anchor after Jan. 1, 2026.

From Seattle Times

Around half its ships have a gross tonnage of 10,241 and can carry more than 4,600 heads of cattle.

From The Guardian