platoon Synonyms
Another word for platoon
• noun (Context 1)
A subdivision of a company of soldiers, usually consisting of two or more squads or sections and led by a lieutenant.
"The lieutenant briefed the entire unit on the logistics of the upcoming peacekeeping mission."
• noun (Context 2)
A group of people, players, or vehicles acting or operating together as a coordinated unit.
"A group of autonomous delivery trucks traveled down the highway in a tightly synchronized formation."
• verb (Context 3)
To alternate or share a single position or role with another player, typically to gain a strategic advantage (especially in baseball or football).
"The manager decided to alternate the two outfielders depending on whether the opposing pitcher was left-handed or right-handed."
• verb (Context 4)
To divide or organize personnel, students, or vehicles into coordinated groups or shifts.
"Freight companies are testing software that allows commercial trucks to group closely together to reduce wind resistance."