argosy noun3 •A merchant ship. •An abundant supply, boatload.The wreck was total—as total as that ever is which trusts its all to one argosy. — 1831 •A merchant flotilla, fleet.Gremio, 'tis known my father hath no less Than three great argosies, besides two galliasses, And twelve tight galleys; these I will assure her, And twice as much, whate'er thou offer'st next. — 1590 formsargosies