Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Platoon.
Platoon - as a noun
A military unit that is a subdivision of a company; usually has a headquarters and two or more squads; usually commanded by a lieutenant
A team of policemen working under the military platoon system
A group of persons who are engaged in a common activity
Example: "Platoons of tourists poured out of the busses"
Platoon - as a verb
To alternate starts with a teammate of opposite handedness, depending on the handedness of the opposing pitcher
Example: "Taylor has been hitting poorly against left-handers, and morgan has been hitting poorly against right-handers, so they will platoon."
Of self-driving vehicles: to travel in a close convoy, each vehicle communicating electronically with the others.
Example Sentences
"The platoon marched in perfect formation."
"His brother served in the infantry platoon during the war."
"They divided the soldiers into two platoons for the exercise."
"The platoon leader gave orders for the night patrol."
"The platoon demonstrated their combat skills during the training."
Word Game Points
Is PLATOON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, platoon is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PLATOON has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is PLATOON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, platoon is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPLATOON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is PLATOON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, platoon is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPLATOON has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
