convoy

²con·voy

noun \ˈkän-ˌvȯi\

Definition of CONVOY

1

: one that convoys; especially : a protective escort (as for ships)

2

: the act of convoying

3

: a group convoyed or organized for convenience or protection in moving

Examples of CONVOY

1. a long convoy of trucks
2. The President always travels in a convoy.

First Known Use of CONVOY

1523

Other Military Terms

bivouac, logistics, petard, salient, sally, supernumerary, tactical