Pelotón (en. Peloton)
/pe.lo.'ton/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Definition: A group of soldiers that form a tactical unit.
Example Sentence: The peloton advanced in formation towards the target.
El pelotón avanzó en formación hacia el objetivo.
Definition: A group of cyclists who move together in a competition.
Example Sentence: The peloton of cyclists was approaching the finish line.
El pelotón de ciclistas se acercaba a la meta.
Definition: A group of students or athletes participating in an activity.
Example Sentence: The peloton of students carried out a group exercise.
El pelotón de estudiantes realizó un ejercicio de grupo.
Etymology
Etymology/Origin: From the French 'peloton', which means small group or batch.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Common Phrase: to go in a peloton
Common Phrase Meaning: To move in an organized group.
ir en pelotón
Common Phrase: to form a peloton
Common Phrase Meaning: To come together to act as a group.
formar un pelotón
Common Phrase: to leave the peloton
Common Phrase Meaning: To stand out or separate from the group.
salir del pelotón
Related Words
Related Word: ball
Related Word Description: Spherical object used in various sports.
pelota
Related Word: pelotonera
Related Word Description: Person who leads or organizes a peloton.
pelotonera
Related Word: strike team
Related Word Description: Quick reaction group in a critical situation.
pelotón de choque
Slang Meanings
Slang Meaning: Group of friends or companions who frequently meet up.
Slang Example: That peloton always goes out to have fun on weekends.
Ese pelotón siempre sale a divertirse los fines de semana.
Slang Meaning: A set of very close or tight-knit people.
Slang Example: That peloton supports each other at all times.
Ese pelotón se apoya en todo momento.