Geschwader — meaning in English

English meaning

• group noun A number of people or things considered together because of some shared connection.
• squadron noun A military unit, especially in the air force or navy, made up of several smaller groups.

Senses

Geschwader is used for these senses in English:

• group (military) An air force formation.
• squadron (military, navy) A detachment of vessels employed on any particular service or station, under the command of the senior officer
• squadron (military, air force) A tactical air force unit; consists of at least two flights; multiple squadrons make up a group or wing (depending on particular air force).

group — full definition

1. noun A number of people or things considered together because of some shared connection.
2. noun A band of musicians who perform together.
3. noun A commercial organization made up of several companies under one owner.
4. verb To put people or things together so they form a set.

squadron — full definition

1. noun A military unit, especially in the air force or navy, made up of several smaller groups.
2. noun A unit of cavalry or armored vehicles, or a naval detachment.

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