squadron

[ˈskwɒdrən]

squadron Definition

• 1. a principal division of an armored or cavalry regiment, consisting of two or more troops.
• 2. an operational unit in an air force consisting of two or more flights of aircraft and the personnel required to fly them.

Using squadron: Examples

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

• Example

  The squadron was deployed to the front lines.

• Example

  The air force squadron conducted a bombing run on enemy positions.

• Example

  He was promoted to commander of the cavalry squadron.

squadron Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for squadron

• unit
• group
• team
• brigade
• company

Phrases with squadron

• squadron leader

  the officer in command of a squadron

  Example

  The squadron leader ordered the pilots to take off.

• squadron mate

  a member of the same squadron

  Example

  The squadron mates gathered for a briefing before the mission.

• squadron patch

  an embroidered emblem worn by members of a squadron to identify their unit

  Example

  He proudly displayed his squadron patch on his flight suit.

Origins of squadron

from Italian 'squadrone', meaning 'a square body'

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Summary: squadron in Brief

A 'squadron' [ˈskwɒdrən] is a military unit consisting of two or more troops in a regiment or two or more flights of aircraft in an air force. It is commanded by a squadron leader and may have its own emblem or patch. Examples include 'The squadron was deployed to the front lines.' and 'He was promoted to commander of the cavalry squadron.'