Fast Warship
This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from London, Group 493, Puzzle 3 (The Star Tavern).
Question
Fast Warship
Answer
CRUISER
Word Meaning:
CRUISER — (nautical, in the days of sail) A frigate or other vessel, detached from the fleet, to cruise independently in search of the enemy or its merchant ships.
Definitions from Wiktionary.