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convoy

[ˈkɒnvɔɪ]
nounmasculinepl: convoys
comboio
1. A group of vehicles, ships, or aircraft traveling together for mutual support and protection
The military convoy traveled through the desert.
O comboio militar viajou pelo deserto.
2. The act of escorting or traveling with a group for protection
The ships sailed in convoy to protect themselves from attacks.
Os navios navegaram em comboio para se protegerem de ataques.
NYC Slang
squad roll / crew rolling deep
Synonyms
processioncaravanfleetarmadacolumn
Antonyms
solitaryindividual

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comboio
Standard term used across Brazil
Brazil
comboio militar
Military convoy usage
Portugal
comboio
Standard Portuguese term, also used for trains

Related Idioms & Phrases

in convoy - em comboio
travel in convoy - viajar em comboio
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