bulker

/ˈbʌlkər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ship designed to carry bulk commodities such as coal, grain, or minerals.

“The bulkers were the primary mode of transportation for the coal exportation company.”

2. noun

A person or thing that bulks, especially in a way that is awkward or clumsy.

“He was a bit of a bulker in the crowded elevator, taking up most of the space.”

Synonyms

  • cargo ship
  • freighter

Antonyms

  • passenger ship
  • recreational vessel