(naval architecture) A very large ship which carries crude oil or other petroleum products in big tanks.
oil tanker
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(′öil ′taŋk·ər)
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A ship designed to carry oil in bulk.
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The noun has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
a cargo ship designed to carry crude oil in bulk
Synonyms: oiler, tanker, tank ship
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