light cruiser

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Refers to a type of warship, smaller and faster than a heavy cruiser.

cruiserADJECTIVE + cruiser

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light

Examples (10)

  • The British Navy deployed a light cruiser to patrol the trade routes during the war.
  • A light cruiser is typically armed with smaller-caliber guns than its heavy counterpart.
  • The old sailor recounted tales of his time serving aboard a light cruiser in the Pacific.
  • Several light cruisers formed the vanguard of the fleet.
  • Was the USS Atlanta classified as a light cruiser or a large destroyer?
  • In the naval simulation, a single light cruiser will attempt to break the blockade.
  • Although outgunned, the maneuverability of the light cruiser gave it a tactical advantage.
  • The decommissioned light cruiser is now a floating museum, open to the public.
  • The naval architect's new design for a light cruiser emphasized speed and stealth.
  • The primary role of a light cruiser was often scouting for the main battle fleet.