lightship

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Etymology

From light (noun) +‎ ship (noun).

Noun

lightship (plural lightships)

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

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