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convoys

noun

Meaning

  1. One or more merchant ships sailing in company to the same general destination under the protection of naval vessels.
  2. A group of vehicles travelling together for safety, especially one with an escort.
  3. The act of convoying; protection.
  4. To escort a group of vehicles, and provide protection.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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