Word
flotilla
Phoneticsflotil·la
US/fɫoʊˈtɪɫə/
UK/flətˈɪlɐ/
Definition
n. a group of small boats or ships that travel together for a specific reason, like a parade or a race.
n. a group of small boats or ships sailing together, typically for a specific purpose such as a parade, a race, or a military operation.
Examples
“The city held a colorful flotilla to celebrate the summer.”
“A small flotilla of fishing vessels gathered in the harbor to protest the new fishing restrictions.”
“The naval flotilla moved slowly through the narrow strait, its formation designed to protect the lead ship from potential ambushes by the coastal defenders.”
Examples
simple
“The city held a colorful flotilla to celebrate the summer.”
contextual
“A small flotilla of fishing vessels gathered in the harbor to protest the new fishing restrictions.”
complex
“The naval flotilla moved slowly through the narrow strait, its formation designed to protect the lead ship from potential ambushes by the coastal defenders.”
Real-World Examples
“Three boats from the Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in Albania’s Vlore on Friday to support the “Flamingo Revolution,” a movement opposing a planned luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner.” “Israel has attacked every flotilla trying to help Gaza since 2010, and volunteers on previous missions say they were abused by Israeli forces.” Etymology
From Spanish flotilla, diminutive of flota (“fleet”), from French flotte.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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