platoon

Definition

A military unit of 30-40 soldiers, small enough that everyone knows who didn't pull their weight but large enough to get things done. The organizational sweet spot between 'too few people' and 'too many cooks in the kitchen,' typically led by a lieutenant still figuring things out. In baseball, refers to alternating players based on matchups, which is somehow less dangerous.

Example Usage

The platoon conducted reconnaissance missions in the mountainous terrain for three weeks straight.

Source: Military terminology

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