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ship of the line

Noun CEFR C2

Definitions

A large square-rigged warship large enough to have a place in the line of battle, with up to 140 guns on at least two decks. A capital ship from the age of sail, superior to a frigate; usually, a seventy-four, or three-decker.

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C2
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See also

ship of the line captain ship of the line ensign ship of the line ensign first class ship of the line ensign second class ship of the line lieutenant ship of the line of battle

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