Uss

/juɛsɛs/ noun

Definition

abbreviation for United States Ship, prefix for U.S. Navy vessels

Etymology

Acronym formed from 'United States Ship', established as official naval designation in the 20th century

Kelly Says

When you see 'USS' before a ship name, you're looking at a vessel that represents American naval power - it's like a floating piece of U.S. territory!

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