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convoy

1. con.voy \'ka:n-.vo.i, k*n-'\ vt [ME convoyen, fr. MF conveier, convoier] 
   : ACCOMPANY, GUIDE; esp : to escort for protection 
2. convoy \'ka:n-.vo.i\ n 1: one that convoys; esp : a protective escort 
   for ships, persons,  or goods 2: the act of convoying  3: a group convoyed 
   or organized for convenience or protection in moving