convoy

con-voy · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A group of vehicles or ships traveling together for protection.

  2. 2.

    To accompany and protect while traveling.

  3. 3.

    A group of vehicles traveling together.

Forms

plural: convoys

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    in convoy — traveling as a group
  • •
    convoy system — organized group travel for protection

Related words

See also: caravan, escort, fleet
Synonyms: caravan, escort, fleet, procession

Etymology

From Old French "convoier" meaning to escort or accompany, from Vulgar Latin "conviare" (to accompany on the way).