freighter

Word parts

freight + -er

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈfreɪtɚ/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈfreɪtə/

Noun

Singular freighter

Plural freighters

A freighter (cargo ship)

A freighter (cargo plane)

1. (countable) (vehicle) A freighter is a large ship or aircraft that is used mainly to carry freight.

Related words

• freight