battlewagon

/ˈbætəlˌwæɡən/
noun
  1. A large, heavily armored warship with big guns, used in naval battles; a battleship.
    • During the war, the battlewagon led the fleet into the open ocean.
    • Museums sometimes preserve a historic battlewagon for visitors to tour.
    • The old battlewagon was retired after decades of service in the navy.
  2. A large, powerful, or heavily equipped vehicle, such as a truck, SUV, or military vehicle.
    • The family's minivan felt like a battlewagon compared to their old compact car.
    • He drove his oversized battlewagon through the muddy trails without any trouble.
    • The army's new battlewagon can carry troops and supplies across rough terrain.
  3. A sports team known for its strong, aggressive play, especially in American football.
    • Fans cheered as their battlewagon scored another touchdown in the final quarter.
    • The coach built a battlewagon of a team with a tough defense and powerful offense.
    • The defending champions are a real battlewagon this season, crushing every opponent.
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