
Fleet
Naval Context
Often used to describe groups of military ships in a navy.
During the war, the fleet protected the coastline.
Control Implication
Implies organization and command, usually by a central authority.
The admiral commanded the fleet with precision.
Not just Warships
Can refer to any group of ships, not only those used in battle.
A merchant fleet was seen docking at the harbor. Compare with
ArmadaBevyCollectionConvoyFlotillaFormationGroupSquadron
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