navy

noun

na·​vy ˈnā-vē 

plural navies

1

: a group of ships : fleet

2

: a nation's ships of war and of logistic support

3

often Navy : the complete naval establishment of a nation including yards, stations, ships, and personnel

4

: a dark grayish purplish blue

Examples of navy in a Sentence

A similar submarine is used by several foreign navies.

a career in the navy

The shirt comes in black, white, and navy.

Recent Examples on the Web

The last few seasons, Big Tex was decked out in dark denim jeans; a navy Western button down with white fringe, stars and the Dickies logo; and sunset desert boots designed by Jessica Bonilla. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026

For denim, a great option is the high rise cropped straight leg pair from Ana & Bow — a lightweight, breathable white jean with a high-rise, waist-defining fit — paired with a pastel top, or a navy or red piece for contrast. — Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Laverne Cox graces the carpet in a classy navy and white look at the Social Impact Summit in Los Angeles on July 22. — People Staff, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026

Holmes opted for a sheer navy blouse with a miniskirt made of fringe, while Yarmosky wore all-navy. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 25 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English navie, from Anglo-French, from Latin navigia ships, from navigare

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing navy

• master chief petty officer of the navy
• navy bean
• navy blue
• navy yard

Rhymes for navy

• gravy
• wavy

Kids Definition

navy

noun

na·​vy ˈnā-vē 

plural navies

1

: a fleet of ships

2

: a nation's warships

3

often capitalized : a nation's complete equipment and organization for sea warfare

4

: a dark purplish blue