Definition

A mini-fleet of warships, typically of the same class, sailing together like a deadly book club on water. It's smaller than a full fleet but more impressive than a couple of boats hanging out. The term makes naval warfare sound vaguely Italian and sophisticated, which it decidedly is not.

Example Usage

The flotilla of destroyers moved through the strait in formation, looking appropriately menacing for the PR photos.

Source: Naval and military terminology

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