WorldJuly 8, 2026
flotilla
/floʊˈtɪl.ə/
Definition
A small fleet of ships or boats, often organized for a specific mission or carrying a group of people.
Etymology
The word comes from the Spanish 'flota' (fleet) with the diminutive suffix '-illa,' literally meaning 'little fleet.' It entered English in the early 18th century to describe small naval detachments.
In the news
The article uses the term in a video summary regarding Al-Azhar's condemnation of the treatment of activists aboard a ship, highlighting the human rights implications of the event.
Al-Azhar urges global consensus on human rights that respects cultural, religious diversity - Foreign Affairs - Egypt
Read the full article ↗Ahram Online