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tanker

American  
[tang-ker] / ˈtæŋ kər /

noun

  1. a ship, airplane, or truck designed for bulk shipment of liquids or gases.

  2. a tank trailer or tank truck.

verb (used with object)

  1. to transport by tanker.

tanker British  
/ ˈtæŋkə /

noun

  1. a ship, lorry, or aeroplane designed to carry liquid in bulk, such as oil

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Etymology

Origin of tanker

First recorded in 1895–1900; tank + -er 1

Example Sentences

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The centerpiece is a large set of refueling tankers for strategic bombers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Dozens of tankers diverted from the Persian Gulf in the early hours of the conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal

Even partial disruptions or rerouting of tankers can push prices higher.

From Barron's

Even partial disruptions or rerouting of tankers can push prices higher.

From Barron's

Oil tankers in the Persian Gulf have diverted from their routes amid fears of escalation, the Journal reported.

From Barron's

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