Cruisers

/ˈkruːzərz/ noun

Plural of cruiser; can mean warships designed for long-range operations, police patrol cars, motorcycles built for comfort and style, or boats designed for cruising.

From Dutch 'kruisen,' to cross or cruise. Emerged in naval terminology in the 17th century, then applied to various vehicles designed for sustained travel.

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