Meaning of the word battleship in English

What does battleship mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

battleship

US /ˈbæt̬.əl.ʃɪp/
UK /ˈbæt.əl.ʃɪp/

Noun

a heavily armed and armored warship with a main battery of the largest caliber guns.

Example:
The old battleship was a formidable sight on the horizon.
They played a game of battleship on the board.