Word Noun
armada
n.
countable
C1 Advanced US /ɑɹˈmɑdə/ UK /ɑːmˈɑːdɐ/ ar·ma·da UK spelling armadas
Definition
n.a large group of ships or vehicles that move together. It is often used to describe a fleet of warships.
n.a large fleet of warships or, by extension, a large group of moving vehicles or aircraft.
Examples
“The armada sailed across the ocean to attack.”
“A small armada of fishing boats gathered in the harbor to protest the new environmental regulations.”
“The historical defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588 remains a defining moment in naval history, illustrating how weather and maneuverability can overcome sheer numerical superiority.”
Usage
Often used metaphorically to describe any large, organized group of moving objects.
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Level C1 · Advanced
Frequency Occasional
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