What is another word for whaling ship?
Pronunciation: [wˈe͡ɪlɪŋ ʃˈɪp] (IPA) 
Whaling ship is a term used for a vessel that is specifically built for the purpose of hunting whales and processing them for various uses such as food, oil, and bone. Synonyms for this term include whaler, whaling vessel, whaling boat, and harpoon ship. Other related terms include whale catcher, which specifically refers to a vessel designed to catch whales with harpoons, and factory ship, which refers to a ship that processes the captured whales into various products. These terms are all used interchangeably in the context of the whaling industry and are often used in historical accounts of whaling expeditions.
