What does lightship mean?
Definitions for lightship
ˈlaɪtˌʃɪplight·ship
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Princeton's WordNet
lightshipnoun
a ship equipped like a lighthouse and anchored where a permanent lighthouse would be impracticable
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lightshipnoun
A ship equipped with a very large lamp; it can be positioned to warn off other ships from dangerous locations, as a sort of portable lighthouse.
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lightship
A lightship is a large, anchored ship that has a powerful light on it, used to serve as a navigational aid, similar to a lighthouse. It is specifically designed for this function and is typically stationed where constructing a lighthouse may be impractical or too expensive. It is often used in hazardous or congested areas such as shoals, banks, reefs and busy shipping channels.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of lightship in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of lightship in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
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