ship
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ʃɪp/
KK: /ʃɪp/
intransitive verb
Definition
To go on board a vessel or to travel by sea.
Example
They decided to ship to the island for their vacation.
Tense Forms
Past: shipped
Past Participle: shipped
Conversation
Are you going to ship out for that sailing trip this summer?
Definitely! I've been looking forward to it for months.
That's awesome! I can't wait to hear all about your adventures when you ship out.
I'll make sure to take lots of pictures and share them with you!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
embark
board
sail
Antonyms
disembark
leave
depart
noun
Definition
A large boat or vessel that is used for traveling on water, especially in the ocean or for transporting goods and people.
Example
The ship sailed across the ocean to deliver supplies to the island.
Conversation
I just read about a famous ship that sank many years ago.
Really? What was its name?
It was called the Titanic, and it had such a tragic story.
Root Explanation
The word 'ship' originates from Old English 'scip', meaning a vessel or boat. It refers specifically to a type of watercraft used for transportation on water.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'scip' for a vessel — this helps you remember that 'ship' refers to a type of boat used for travel on water.
Visually Confused Words
shrip
sip
shi
hip
unship
shrimp
reship
inship