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platoon

/pləˈtuːn/

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noun

A unit of thirty to forty soldiers typically commanded by a lieutenant and forming part of a company.

Examples :

"The platoon of soldiers practiced marching in formation. "

military group unit war

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noun

A group of self-driving vehicles travelling in a close convoy and communicating electronically with each other.

Examples :

"The platoon of self-driving cars moved smoothly down the highway, communicating their locations to each other electronically. "

technology vehicle communication group military machine

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verb

To alternate starts with a teammate of opposite handedness, depending on the handedness of the opposing pitcher

Examples :

"Taylor has been hitting poorly against left-handers, and Morgan has been hitting poorly against right-handers, so they will platoon."

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verb

Of self-driving vehicles: to travel in a close convoy, each vehicle communicating electronically with the others.

Examples :

"On the interstate highway, self-driving trucks platoon to reduce wind resistance and save fuel. "

vehicle technology communication electronics traffic