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    Fragata (en. Frigate)

    /fɾaˈɡata/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A type of warship that carries one or more decks and is equipped for combat.
    The frigate sails the seas in search of enemies.
    La fragata surca los mares en busca de enemigos.
    A smaller vessel used for coastal surveillance and protection of maritime routes.
    At the naval base, the frigates are prepared for the mission.
    En la base naval, se preparan las fragatas para la misión.

    Etymology

    From French 'frégate', of uncertain origin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be on board a frigate
    To participate in a naval mission.
    estar a bordo de una fragata
    to sail on a frigate
    To travel on a military ship.
    navegar en fragata

    Related Words

    ship
    Large-sized vessel.
    buque
    navy
    Set of naval organizations.
    marina
    fleet
    Set of warships.
    armada

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to someone who is well organized.
    That guy is a frigate, he always has everything under control.
    Ese tipo es una fragata, siempre tiene todo bajo control.
    Used to describe a maritime party.
    We're going to have a frigate at the port this weekend.
    Vamos a hacer una fragata en el puerto este fin de semana.