1
: a vehicle that cruises: such as
a
b
: a powerboat with facilities (such as a cabin and plumbing) necessary for living aboard
called also cabin cruiser
c
: beach cruiser
… bikes don't come much more basic than cruisers.—
Ron Koch
Ron Koch2
: a large fast moderately armored and gunned warship
3
: a person who cruises
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Still, many cruisers argue the downsides outweigh the benefits.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
The Italian yard, known for building high-end walkaround cruisers between 36 and 70 feet, just unveiled a new model inspired by a one-of-a-kind 38-footer designed for Francesco Castellacci.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
Meredith Williams is a seasoned cruiser, taking about seven or eight each year.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
The trooper’s unmarked cruiser crossed a double yellow line in Woburn and struck Schettino’s vehicle.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
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Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
The Italian yard, known for building high-end walkaround cruisers between 36 and 70 feet, just unveiled a new model inspired by a one-of-a-kind 38-footer designed for Francesco Castellacci.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
Meredith Williams is a seasoned cruiser, taking about seven or eight each year.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
The trooper’s unmarked cruiser crossed a double yellow line in Woburn and struck Schettino’s vehicle.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
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“Cruiser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cruiser. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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