Definition of "platoons" [platoons]

• Plural form of platoon. (noun)

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• "This artful proceeding stimulates the interest of the passers-by to such poignancy that they succumb in platoons to the pangs of curiosity, and so crowd the little platform that we depart hastily ...."
• "They run in platoons through Broad Town’s streets in fatigues, behind an instructor carrying a unit flag."
• "Chavez's plan to continue in office is part of his "Miranda Campaign" to go beyond the traditional party structure by forming local "platoons" of the "Miranda Campaign Command" across the country."