The ship
Example: The ship sailed across the ocean last summer.
Definition
"The ship" refers to a large watercraft designed for traveling on seas or oceans, typically used for transporting goods or people over long distances. It is a vessel capable of carrying cargo or passengers across significant stretches of water.
Etymology
The phrase "the ship" originates from the Old English word 'scip,' which referred to a boat or vessel. Over time, the term evolved in Middle English to denote larger sea-going vessels. Did you know that ships have been central to human exploration and trade for thousands of years, shaping history by connecting distant lands?
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"The ship" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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