noun

• (nautical, in the days of sail) A frigate or other vessel, detached from the fleet, to cruise independently in search of the enemy or its merchant ships.
• (nautical) A class of fast warships of medium tonnage, having a long cruising range but less armour and firepower than a battleship.
• (science fiction, by extension) A starship of comparable role
• (nautical) A miniature aircraft carrier carrying VTOL aircraft.
• (nautical) A passenger ship used for pleasure voyages, where the voyage itself and the ship's amenities are considered an essential part of the experience.
• (nautical) Any of several yachts designed for cruising.
• One who attends cruises.
• (cycling) A bicycle designed for low-speed, recreational use, usually characterized by balloon tires, upright seating, a single-speed drivetrain and expressive styling.
• (US, law enforcement) A police patrol vehicle.
• (entomology) Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genus Vindula.
• (entomology) Any dragonfly of the family Macromiidae; a macromiid.
• (colloquial) One who cruises at bars and neighborhoods seeking sex.