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frigate
This term evokes a sense of agility and versatility within a naval fleet. While a battleship represents raw power and a corvette represents coastal defense, the frigate occupies the middle ground, designed for speed and endurance to protect larger ships or conduct independent reconnaissance.
In historical contexts, the word carries a romanticized image of the Age of Sail, specifically the three-masted ships that defined colonial naval warfare. In modern military terminology, it refers to a specialized escort vessel equipped with advanced sensors and weaponry to counter submarines and aircraft.
Meanings
Examples
The navy deployed a frigate to patrol the coastal waters.
Look at that old frigate in the harbor with its three masts.
We need a frigate for the escort mission to protect the convoy.
The frigate sailed through the storm with surprising agility.
Is a frigate faster than a destroyer in these conditions?
The captain ordered the frigate to maintain a steady course.
A frigate was the perfect size for independent scouting missions.
A frigate was the perfect size for independent scouting missions.
The modern frigate is equipped with advanced radar systems.