destroyer escort

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destroyer escort

A warship, usually smaller than a destroyer, used in antisubmarine action.

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destroyer escort

(Military) a lightly armed warship smaller than a destroyer, designed to escort fleets or convoys

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destroy′er es`cort

a warship somewhat smaller than a destroyer, designed esp. for antisubmarine action.

[1940–45]

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destroyer escort - warship smaller than a destroyer; designed to escort fleets or convoys

combat ship, war vessel, warship - a government ship that is available for waging war

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