Definition of Squadron

1. Noun. A cavalry unit consisting of two or more troops and headquarters and supporting arms.

Generic synonyms: Cavalry

2. Noun. An air force unit larger than a flight and smaller than a group.
Generic synonyms: Air Unit
Group relationships: Wing
Specialized synonyms: Escadrille

3. Noun. A naval unit that is detached from the fleet for a particular task.
Generic synonyms: Naval Unit
Specialized synonyms: Escadrille

Definition of Squadron

1. n. Primarily, a square; hence, a square body of troops; a body of troops drawn up in a square.

Definition of Squadron

1. to arrange in squadrons (units of military organization) [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Squadron

squabbler
squabblers
squabbles
squabbling
squabby
squabs
squacco
squacco
squaccos
squad
squadded
squaddie
squaddies
squadding
squaddy
squadron (current term)
squadroned
squadroning
squadrons
squads
squad car
squad room
squail
squailed
squailer
squailers
squailing
squails
squalene
squalene

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