fleet
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B2
/fliːt/
brief existence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fleet' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'flēot,' where 'flēotan' meant 'to float or swim.'
Historical Evolution
'flēot' changed from Old English word 'flēotan' and eventually became the modern English word 'fleet'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to float or swim,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a group of ships or swift movement.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a group of ships sailing together, engaged in the same activity, or under the same ownership.
The naval fleet was deployed to the Pacific Ocean.
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