convoy in English
- convoy⇄convoy, verb, noun,
- convoy⇄noun 1. a convoying; protection.
Ex. The gold was moved from the truck to the bank's vault under convoy of armed guards.
(SYN) escort.
2. the warships, soldiers, or others that convoy; protecting escort.
3. a ship, fleet, suppl - convoy⇄v.t. 1. to go with in order to protect; escort.
Ex. Warships convoy unarmed merchant ships during time of war.
2. (Archaic.) to guide; conduct.
Ex. Many of the company had bespoken a will-o'-the-wisp to convoy them home (Hawthorne).
convoy in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
convoy in Tamil தமிழ்
Convoy
Part of Speech
Noun, Verb
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒnvɔɪ/ (UK), /ˈkɑːnvɔɪ/ (US)
Definitions
- (Noun) A group of vehicles, ships, or other means of transport traveling together, often for protection.
- (Verb) To escort or accompany, especially for protection.
Usage Examples
- The military convoy moved through the desert under heavy security.
- A humanitarian aid convoy was dispatched to the affected region.
- Naval ships convoyed merchant vessels across the Atlantic during the war.
Etymology
Derived from Old French convoyer ("to escort"), from Vulgar Latin conviare ("to accompany on the way").
Synonyms
- Escort
- Caravan
- Fleet
- Procession
Antonyms
- Straggler
- Isolated vehicle
Translations
Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
---|---|---|
French | convoi | /kɔ̃.vwa/ |
Spanish | convoy | /konˈboj/ |
German | Konvoi | /kɔnˈvɔɪ/ |
Hindi | काफिला | /kaafilā/ |
Mandarin | 护航队 | /hùháng duì/ |
Japanese | 護送隊 | /gosōtai/ |
Tamil | ஏவுகணை பாசறை | /ēvugaṇai pācaṟai/ |
Bengali | কনভয় | /konbɔy/ |
Russian | конвой | /kɐnˈvoj/ |
Portuguese | comboio | /kõˈboju/ |
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Regional Pronunciation Variations
British English: /ˈkɒnvɔɪ/
American English: /ˈkɑːnvɔɪ/
Historical Usage
The term convoy was historically used for groups of ships protected from pirates or military threats.
Cultural Nuances
Convoys have played a crucial role in wartime logistics, ensuring the safe passage of troops, supplies, and goods.
More Information
Throughout history, convoys have been essential in maritime trade and military strategy, protecting valuable assets from enemy forces.