Kreuzfahrtschiff

cruise ship

noun KROYTS-fahrt-shif Rare

Usage Note

Kreuzfahrtschiff is a large passenger vessel designed for leisure cruises, offering hotel-like amenities on board. Germany has one of the highest rates of Kreuzfahrt participation in Europe, with Hamburg as a major home port.

Examples

"Das Kreuzfahrtschiff legt morgen früh im Hafen von Hamburg ab."

Natural Translation

The cruise ship sets off from Hamburg harbour tomorrow morning.

Literal Translation

The cruise ship departs tomorrow early in the harbour of Hamburg.

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