convoy

  1. Noun.  (nautical) One or more merchant ships sailing in company to the same general destination under the protection of naval vessels.
  2. Noun.  A group of vehicles travelling together for safety, especially one with an escort.
  3. Verb.  (transitive) To escort a group of vehicles, and provide protection.

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