SQUADRON

Squadron

A squadron was historically a cavalry sub unit. The term is still used to refer to modern cavalry units but can also be used as a designation for other arms and services. It should not be confused with squad.

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squadron

Noun

(abbreviated to: sqn)
  1. Primarily, a square; hence, a square body of troops; a body of troops drawn up in a square.
    "Those half-rounding guards Just met, and, closing, stood in squadron joined." -Milton.
  2. A body of cavalry comprising two companies or troops, and averaging from one hundred and twenty to two hundred soldiers.
  3. A detachment of vessels employed on any particular service or station, under the command of the senior officer; as, the North Atlantic Squadron.
  4. A tactical air force unit; consists of at least two flights; multiple squadrons make up a group.


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