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destroyer escort

destroyer escort

noun
a warship somewhat smaller than a destroyer, designed especially for antisubmarine action. Abbreviation: DE

Origin:
1940–45
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destroyer escort
 
n
a lightly armed warship smaller than a destroyer, designed to escort fleets or convoys

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