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Meaning of lightship | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A ship riding at anchor and displaying a light for the guidance of sailors, in a position where a fixed lighthouse structure would be impracticable.

Equivalents

Deutsch Feuerschiff
Español buque faro
Italiano nave-faro
日本語 灯台船
한국어 등선
Nederlands lichtschip
Polski latarniowiec
Português navio-farol

Examples

“Near-synonyms: lightvessel (usually synonymous), lightboat”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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