squadron
n. countable C1 Advanced US //ˈskwɑdɹən// UK //skwˈɒdɹən// squadron
n. a large group of people or vehicles working together, usually in the military. You often hear it used for groups of planes, ships, or soldiers.
n. a primary organizational unit in military aviation, naval forces, or armored cavalry. Often used more broadly to describe a large, organized group of people engaged in a common activity.
The air force sent a squadron of planes to the base.
A squadron of rescue boats patrolled the coast after the storm to look for survivors.
The admiral ordered the entire destroyer squadron to maintain radio silence while they navigated the narrow strait under the cover of darkness.
From Italian squadrone. See squad.
Usage
Often followed by the preposition 'of' to specify the type of vehicles or people involved.