armada

[ɑːˈmɑːdə]

armada Definition

a fleet of warships.

Using armada: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "armada" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The Spanish Armada was defeated by the English navy in 1588.

  • Example

    The British armada sailed to the Falkland Islands in 1982.

  • Example

    The French armada was sent to support the American Revolution.

armada Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for armada

Phrases with armada

  • a large group of vehicles, typically trucks

    Example

    The company sent an armada of trucks to deliver the goods.

  • the armada of cameras

    a large number of cameras, often used for surveillance

    Example

    The security team installed an armada of cameras to monitor the building.

  • a coordinated and powerful marketing campaign

    Example

    The company launched a marketing armada to promote their new product.

Origins of armada

from Spanish 'armada', meaning 'armed'

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Summary: armada in Brief

An 'armada' [ɑːˈmɑːdə] is a fleet of warships. It is often used to refer to historical naval battles, such as the Spanish Armada's defeat by the English navy in 1588. 'Armada' can also be used metaphorically to describe a large group of vehicles, cameras, or a powerful marketing campaign.