Battleship, Naval

/BAT-ul-ship, NAY-vul/ · n.

1. A formidable maritime vessel characterized by extensive displacement and reinforced armor, often presenting an imposing silhouette when viewed astern in reflective waters.

2. colloq. A seafaring behemoth that refuses to fit neatly within the confines of a standard harbor.

Etymology. From Middle English 'batel' meaning 'battle' and 'ship'—an Old English term for a vessel. The term 'battleship' was first recorded in the late 18th century, when a ship decided it was tired of sharing the spotlight.

Seeing a thiccc battleship navigate under the bridge, the river seemed to shrink in protest.

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