squad

Meanings

• noun

  A small military unit, typically consisting of four to twenty members.

  - "The squad was sent on a reconnaissance mission."
  - "The squad leader gave orders to his team."

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Pronunciation

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Variants

List of all variants of squad that leads to same result
squad , squads , squadded , squadding , black-and-white , cruiser , prowl car , squad car , squad cars , squad room , squad rooms , death squad , death squads , firing squad , firing squads , flying squad , flying squads , vice squad , vice squads , bomb squad

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Etymology

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From the Old English word 'scetel' meaning 'group' or 'file'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'squad' is also used in sports, particularly in soccer and rugby.

2. In the United States military, a squad is typically led by a sergeant or a corporal.

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Related Concepts

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1. platoon: A larger military unit consisting of two or more squads.

2. team: A group of individuals working together towards a common goal.

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Culture

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In popular culture, the term 'squad' is often used to refer to a group of friends or associates. This usage can be traced back to the 1950s and has been prevalent in various forms of media, including literature, music, and film.

How to Memorize "squad"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small military unit in formation.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'squad' with the military.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Soldiers Quite Agile, Dedicated' to remember the definition.

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