kɹuːz kɹuːz an ocean trip taken for pleasure sail or travel about for pleasure, relaxation, or sightseeing We were cruising in the Caribbean travel at a moderate speed Please keep your seat belt fastened while the plane is reaching cruising altitude drive around aimlessly but ostentatiously and at leisure She cruised the neighborhood in her new convertible look for a sexual partner in a public place The men were cruising the park