What is another word for indiaman?
Pronunciation: [ˈɪndi͡əmən] (IPA) 
Indiaman is a term used to describe large sailing ships that were used during the 17th to 19th centuries for carrying goods between Europe, the East Indies, and India. Synonyms for this term include East Indiaman, China ship, tea ship, and sometimes simply, "the Company's ship" - referring to the British East India Company. In addition to these terms, other common synonyms used to refer to these ships include Indian trader and country ship. These synonyms all refer to the same type of ship, which played a crucial role in trade and commerce during the age of sail, connecting Europe and the East Indies.
