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

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Ahram Online

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