Meaning & Definition of Armada in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A fleet of ships organized for military purposes.

  Example Sentence: The Spanish Armada was a famous fleet sent against England in the 16th century.

• Definition: Any large group or force, especially involving naval warfare.

  Example Sentence: The country launched an armada to protect its trade routes.

Etymology

Origin: From Spanish 'armada', meaning 'armed' or 'naval fleet'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• Spanish Armada: A specific historical reference to the fleet sent by Spain against England in 1588.
• armada of ships: A general reference to any large fleet of ships.
• prepare the armada: To get ready for a large mobilization or conflict.

Translations

• Spanish: armada

• French: armada

• German: Armada

• Russian: армада

Related Words

• navy: The branch of a nation's armed services that conducts military operations at sea.

• fleet: A group of ships sailing together, engaged in the same activity.