Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

troopship

noun

/ˈtruːpˌʃɪp/

Definition

A ship designed for transporting troops.

Examples

The troopship sailed across the ocean to deliver soldiers to the frontline.
During the war, many troopships were used to move large numbers of personnel quickly.
The government commissioned new troopships to enhance military logistics.

Meaning

Troopships are military vessels specifically built or converted to carry soldiers and their equipment to different locations, usually for training or combat purposes.