How to pronounce“platoon”in English
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Definitions of “platoon”
A unit of thirty to forty soldiers typically commanded by a lieutenant and forming part of a company.
“Needless to say, one's seat must be booked in advance and a platoon of urbane officials, one to each door of the train, awaits passengers to usher them to their seats and relieve them of their bulkier baggage.”
A subdivision of a fire company, led by a captain or lieutenant.
To alternate starts with a teammate of opposite handedness, depending on the handedness of the opposing pitcher
“Taylor has been hitting poorly against left-handers, and Morgan has been hitting poorly against right-handers, so they will platoon.”
To specialize in a particular position or playing style.
“You must understand the rules of football in 1939. There was no platooning, so each man played both offense and defense.”