noun

squadron

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noun

A military unit, especially in the air force or navy, made up of several smaller groups.

"The fighter squadron flew in tight formation over the base."

A unit of cavalry or armored vehicles, or a naval detachment.

"A squadron of warships patrolled the coastline."

How to Use Squadron

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA military unit, most often used for air force or naval groupings.

Common pairings

fighter squadron naval squadron

squadroned past tense, squadrons plural, squadrons singular

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The fighter _____ flew in tight formation over the base.

From Italian squadrone, related to "squad" and "square."

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