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/ˈneɪ.vi/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The branch of a nation's armed services that conducts military operations at sea.
The navy deployed ships to monitor the pirate-infested waters.
A dark blue color, typically associated with the uniform of naval personnel.
She wore a navy dress to the formal event.
The total naval strength or fleet of a country.
The nation's navy has recently expanded its fleet to include more advanced submarines.
Etymology
From Middle English 'navy', derived from Old French 'navi', from Latin 'navigium'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
blue navy
Referring to a specific shade of dark blue.
navy blue
A very dark shade of blue associated with naval uniforms.
Related Words
admiral
A high-ranking officer in the navy.
destroyer
A fast, maneuverable long-endurance warship.
submarine
A watercraft capable of independent operations underwater.
Slang Meanings
Navy slang for a fellow naval officer.
He's a good sailor, one of my navy brothers.
Referring informally to navy personnel.
The navy's going to deploy their best guys for this mission.