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    L'escadre (en. The squadron)

    /lɛs.kadʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A group of warships.
    The naval squadron was deployed in the Mediterranean.
    L'escadre navale a été déployée en Méditerranée.
    A formation of military aviation.
    The air squadron conducted simulation maneuvers.
    L'escadre aérienne a effectué des manœuvres de simulation.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'excadra', meaning a square or an ordered formation.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the naval squadron
    Refers to specific naval units.
    l'escadre de la marine
    to assemble in squadrons
    To form teams or groups for a mission.
    mettre en escadre
    to be in the squadron
    To be in formation or on a mission.
    être à l'escadre

    Related Words

    fleet
    A set of ships belonging to a nation.
    flotte
    naval aviation
    Relating to the combined operations of the navy and aviation.
    aéronaval
    operation
    A specific military mission.
    opération

    Slang Meanings

    Organized group for a specific activity.
    It seems that the squadron of friends gathered for the barbecue.
    On dirait que l'escadre des amis s'est retrouvée pour le barbecue.
    A well-coordinated team.
    This work squadron is really effective in this project.
    Cette escadre de travail est vraiment efficace dans ce projet.