frigate
Translation
frigate
Examples
The frigate sailed across the ocean.
The frigate sailed across the ocean.
A frigate is a type of warship.
A frigate is a type of warship.
Grammar Patterns
a naval frigate a frigate belonging to a navy The naval frigate patrolled the coast.
a guided-missile frigate a type of frigate with missiles It is a modern guided-missile frigate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: warship, destroyer, cruiser (note: these are technically different types of ships)
Etymology
From Italian 'fregata', of uncertain origin. It referred to a type of fast sailing warship.
Memory Tips
The word 'frigate' sounds a bit like 'freight'. Imagine a fast warship protecting freight ships.