Coasters — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈkō-stər/ (noun) /ˈrō-lər-ˌkō-stər/ (noun) coast·er

Meaning & Definition of Coasters

Coasters (noun)

  1. one that coasts
  2. a person engaged in coastal traffic or commerce
  3. a ship sailing along a coast or engaged in trade between ports of the same country
  4. an elevated railway (as in an amusement park) constructed with sharp curves and steep inclines on which cars roll
  5. something resembling a roller coaster; especially, behavior, events, or experiences characterized by sudden and extreme changes

Coasters (geographical name)

  1. region of western Africa bordering on the Atlantic west of the Gold Coast
  2. côte d'ivoire

Coasters (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in cruisers, tankers

    similar: aircraft carriers, argosies, barges, colliers, containerships, corvettes, cruisers, cutters, destroyers, ferryboats, flagships, freighters, icebreakers, ironclads, lightships, liners, men-of-war, merchantmen, merchant ships, motor ships, packets, steamers, steamships, superliners, supertankers, tankers, traders, tramps, transports, warships, watercrafts, boats, keels, ships, vessels, barks, brigantines, brigs, caravels, clippers, junk, ketches, sailboats, schooners, square-riggers, tall ships, windjammers, xebecs, yachts

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Coasters

The most common words with a similar meaning to Coasters:

aircraft carriers, argosies, barges, colliers, containerships, corvettes, cruisers, cutters, destroyers, ferryboats, flagships, freighters, icebreakers, ironclads, lightships, liners, men-of-war, merchantmen, merchant ships, motor ships, packets, steamers, steamships, superliners, supertankers, tankers, traders, tramps, transports, warships, watercrafts, boats, keels, ships, vessels, barks, brigantines, brigs, caravels, clippers

Word Forms of Coasters

Derived words: Ivorian (adjective or noun), Ivory Coaster (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Coasters

First known use: 1574

Frequently Asked Questions about Coasters

What does "Coasters" mean?

"Coasters" means one that coasts. As a noun, it is defined as: one that coasts.

What is another word for "Coasters"?

Other words for "Coasters" include aircraft carriers, argosies, barges, colliers, containerships, corvettes, cruisers and cutters. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Coasters" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Coasters"?

There are 49 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Coasters". Common alternatives include aircraft carriers, argosies, barges, colliers, containerships, corvettes, cruisers, cutters, destroyers and ferryboats.

Is "Coasters" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Coasters" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Coasters"?

"Coasters" is pronounced /ˈkō-stər/ as a noun and /ˈrō-lər-ˌkō-stər/ as a noun and divided into syllables as coast·er.

What is the origin of the word "Coasters"?

First known use: 1574.

What is another word for "Coasters" meaning "as in cruisers, tankers"?

When "Coasters" (noun) means as in cruisers, tankers, synonyms include aircraft carriers, argosies, barges, colliers, containerships and corvettes.

What does "Coasters" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Coasters" means: one that coasts; a person engaged in coastal traffic or commerce; a ship sailing along a coast or engaged in trade between ports of the same country.