Meaning Of The Word Destroyer escort

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What's The Definition Of Destroyer escort?

destroyer escort in American English
a warship smaller and slower than a destroyer, used mainly to escort merchant ships
noun: a warship somewhat smaller than a destroyer, designed esp. for antisubmarine action

destroyer escort in British English
noun: a lightly armed warship smaller than a destroyer, designed to escort fleets or convoys

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