Platoon: alternatives and connections

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Platoon

Formerly, a body of men who fired together; also, a small square body of soldiers to strengthen the angles of a hollow square.

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Squad 76% connected

A small party of men assembled for drill, inspection, or other purposes.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Company 70% connected

The state of being a companion or companions; the act of accompanying; fellowship; companionship; society; friendly intercourse.

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Section 70% connected

The act of cutting, or separation by cutting; as, the section of bodies.

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