Meaning Of The Word Ship of the line

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ship of the line in British English
a warship of the largest class, having a position in the line of battle
noun: (formerly) a warship large enough to fight in the first line of battle
noun: a former sailing warship armed powerfully enough to serve in the line of battle, usually having cannons ranged along two or more decks; battleship

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