landing craft

noun
UK: /ˈlændɪŋ krɑːft/
US: /ˈlændɪŋ kræft/

  1. A boat used to take soldiers and equipment to a beach during a war.

    1. The landing craft approached the shore.
    2. During the invasion, the landing craft was damaged by enemy fire as it neared the beach.

  2. Any of various boats or amphibious vehicles used to transport troops, equipment, and supplies from ship to shore during amphibious operations.

    1. The landing craft was essential for the operation.
    2. The design of the landing craft allowed for rapid deployment of troops and vehicles onto the contested beach.

Synonyms

assault boat

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "landing craft" in English means: A boat used to take soldiers and equipment to a beach during a war., Any of various boats or amphibious vehicles used to transport troops, equipment, and supplies from ship to shore during amphibious operations..

The phonetic transcription of "landing craft" is /ˈlændɪŋ krɑːft/ in British English and /ˈlændɪŋ kræft/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "landing craft": assault boat.

Example usage of "landing craft": "The landing craft approached the shore.". More examples on the page.