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tanker

/tæŋkər/ noun · British & US
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What does tanker mean?

noun

A large ship used for transporting liquids, especially oil or chemicals. A military vehicle, especially a heavily armoured one.

Example

"The tanker was carrying a cargo of crude oil."

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