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The term "krstarica" comes from the verb "krstariti" (to cruise/roam). Historically, these ships were designed for long-range, independent operations, such as raiding enemy merchant shipping (commerce raiding) or scouting for the main battle fleet. In the era of the Washington Naval Treaty (1920s-30s), strict definitions were applied to distinguish between "Heavy" (Gun caliber > 155mm, max 10,000 tons) and "Light" (Gun caliber ≤ 155mm, max 10,000 tons) cruisers. srpsko engleski recnik krstarice