convoy
Translation
convoy, escort, procession
Examples
A convoy of lorries crossed the border.
A convoy of trucks crossed the border.
The ships sailed in a convoy for protection.
The ships sailed in a convoy for protection.
Grammar Patterns
a convoy of ((sth.)) a group of (vehicles or ships) traveling together A convoy of trucks crossed the border.
Similar Words
Synonyms: escort, fleet, procession
Etymology
From Old French 'convoier' (to accompany). 'con-' (with) + 'voie' (way).
Memory Tips
Imagine a group 'conveying' something important, traveling together on the same 'way' (voyage).