platoon
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Noun — A military unit of roughly thirty to forty soldiers, usually commanded by a lieutenant, forming part of a larger company.
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Etymology
From French peloton, literally "little ball" or "small group," the same root that gives cycling's "peloton."
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What does “platoon” mean?
The word “platoon” means a military unit of roughly thirty to forty soldiers, usually commanded by a lieutenant, forming part of a larger company. In plain terms, a small military unit, or (in sports) rotating players by matchup.
How do you pronounce “platoon”?
“Platoon” is pronounced pluh-TOON (/pləˈtuːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “platoon” in a sentence?
Here is “platoon” used in a sentence: “The platoon advanced under cover of darkness.”
What part of speech is “platoon”?
Depending on how it is used, “platoon” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “platoon” come from?
The word “platoon” comes from French. From French peloton, literally "little ball" or "small group," the same root that gives cycling's "peloton.".
Is “platoon” a common word?
“Platoon” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “platoon” have?
“Platoon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a military unit of roughly thirty to forty soldiers, usually commanded by a lieutenant, forming part of a larger company.