(DoD) A ship other than aircraft carrier; aircraft carrier, nuclear; amphibious assault ship, landing platform helicopter; general purpose amphibious assault ship; or general purpose amphibious assault ship (with internal dock) from which aircraft can take off, be recovered, or routinely receive and transfer logistic support. See also aviation ship.
Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. 31 January 2011.
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