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Lightship

Noun:

1. A large and strongly built ship equipped with a bright light, used as a navigational aid in maritime areas where the construction of a lighthouse is impractical.

Example sentence: The captain relied on the lightship to safely guide the ships through the treacherous waters.

Adjective:

1. Referring to or characteristic of a lightship.

Example sentence: The crew members on the lightship had a specialized skill set for operating in remote areas.

Verb:

1. To equip or provide with a lightship.

Example sentence: The government decided to lightship the dangerous reef to enhance maritime safety.

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