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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Authorities said the lieutenant sustained minor injuries, and no one from the public was seriously hurt, though several vehicles were damaged during efforts to stop the cruiser.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 27 Dec. 2025
Beryl and Paul Goldberg of Palm Beach County are classic-style cruisers who appreciate the relaxed itineraries, varied shore excursions, shipboard activities and evening entertainment.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 25 Dec. 2025
It was officially opened as a port of call in 1997 and has been welcoming cruisers ever since.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2025
Some of us crave off piste; others find their joy on the cruisers.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 24 Dec. 2025
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Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 27 Dec. 2025
Beryl and Paul Goldberg of Palm Beach County are classic-style cruisers who appreciate the relaxed itineraries, varied shore excursions, shipboard activities and evening entertainment.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 25 Dec. 2025
It was officially opened as a port of call in 1997 and has been welcoming cruisers ever since.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2025
Some of us crave off piste; others find their joy on the cruisers.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 24 Dec. 2025
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“Cruiser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cruiser. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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