Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
argosies
noun
/ˈɑːrɡəˌsi/
Definition
A large ship, especially a merchant ship.
Examples
- The argosies set sail at dawn, their sails billowing in the morning breeze.
- Legends spoke of argosies filled with gold and precious spices.
- In Shakespeare’s time, the word was synonymous with great treasure-laden ships.
Meaning
The term argosy is often used to refer to a grand vessel that carries significant cargo, historically evoking images of wealth and adventure on the seas.
Synonyms
- vessel
- ship
- freighter
- merchantman
