English- translations for squadron

Definition of squadron

• Primarily, a square; hence, a square body of troops; a body of troops drawn up in a square
• A body of cavalry comprising two companies or troops, averaging from one hundred and twenty to two hundred soldiers
• A detachment of vessels employed on any particular service or station, under the command of the senior officer
• A tactical air force unit; consists of at least two flights; multiple squadrons make up a group or wing (depending on particular air force

Examples

• the North Atlantic Squadron

Related words

• Squadron Leader
• squadron leader
• fighter squadron