GRE Word List

FLEET

a number of warships under a single command

The meaning of the word fleet is a number of warships under a single command.

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menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat
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overseesurvey
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engagedinvolved in activity : occupied
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
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