The naval designation for a type of landing ship used during the Second World War to carry tanks, cargo, and to land troops.

Shipping that takes place in coastal waters or on short sea crossings.

(military) A guided missile that is designed for use against ships and large boats.

plural of anti-ship missile

(nautical) A person's duty in the navy is first to the ship, then to shipmates, and finally to himself/herself.

(idiomatic) To either improve one's behavior or else be required to leave; to either improve one's performance in an activity or else withdraw from that activity completely.

Alternative form of spoil the ship for a ha'p'orth of tar

(idiomatic) When one makes a significant amount of money. / (idiomatic) When one is successful

Alternative form of that ship has sailed

To have something important fail for want of a small amount of money or effort.