squadron
Translation
squadron
Examples
He was a pilot in a fighter squadron.
He was a pilot in a fighter squadron.
A squadron of cavalry charged the enemy.
A squadron of cavalry charged the enemy.
Grammar Patterns
((a squadron of sth.)) a military unit of aircraft, cavalry, or ships A squadron of jets flew overhead.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fleet, flotilla, unit, wing (air force)
Etymology
From Italian 'squadrone', an augmentative of 'squadra' (squad), meaning 'large squad'.
Memory Tips
A 'squadron' is a larger version of a 'squad', often used for air force or cavalry units.