cuadrilla — meaning in English

English meaning

• cadre noun A small, tightly organized group of trained people who form the core of a larger organization or movement.
• gang noun A group of people, often criminals, who band together and share an identity or purpose.
• quadrille noun A dance originating in the mid-1700s with four couples forming a square, rather much like the modern square dance.
• squad noun A small organized group, especially of soldiers, police, or athletes.
• squadron noun A military unit, especially in the air force or navy, made up of several smaller groups.
• team noun A group of people working or playing together toward a shared goal.

Senses

cuadrilla is used for these senses in English:

• cuadrilla (bullfighting) The team which supports the matador.
• gang A number going in company; a number of friends or persons associated for a particular purpose.
• gang A criminal group with a common cultural background and identifying features, often associated with a particular section of a city.
• gang A group of criminals or alleged criminals who band together for mutual protection and profit.
• quadrille (dance) A dance originating in the mid-1700s with four couples forming a square, rather much like the modern square dance.
• squad A group of people organized for some common purpose, usually of about ten members.
• 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).
• team A group of people who favor one side of a binary debate that is divided and lacks a well-established clear consensus.

gang — full definition

1. noun A group of people, often criminals, who band together and share an identity or purpose.
2. noun Informally, any close group of friends or associates.
3. noun A team of workers operating together under one supervisor.
4. verb To act together as a group, especially to attack or confront someone (usually "gang up on").

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