Containership, a large cargo vessel designed to transport shipping containers, can also be referred to as container carrier, boxship, or container vessel. These synonyms highlight the primary purpose of the ship, which is to carry containers of various sizes and types. The term "boxship" suggests the rectangular shape of the containers while the term "container carrier" emphasizes the transportation aspect of the ship. Other synonyms for containership include container boat, container liner, and container freighter. Regardless of the term used, containerships play an essential role in international trade, transporting goods across the world's oceans and linking businesses and consumers with the products they need.