armada
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A large fleet of warships, or more loosely, any large group of vehicles moving together.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
fleet
Usage notes
Capitalized as "the Armada", it usually refers to the Spanish fleet defeated by England in 1588.
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Which word fits the gap? "A fishing _____ set out at dawn to take advantage of the calm seas."
Answer: armada
In your own words, what does "armada" mean?
A large fleet of warships, or more loosely, any large group of vehicles moving together.
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