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squadron

squad·ron

UK/ˈskwɒd.ɹən/ US/ˈskwɑdrʌn/ fairly common us

noun

1.

a cavalry unit consisting of two or more troops and headquarters and supporting arms

2.

an air force unit larger than a flight and smaller than a group

3.

a naval unit that is detached from the fleet for a particular task

Origin

From Italian squadrone. See squad.

Phrases

  • flying squadron
  • squadron admiral
  • Squadron Leader

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