No. 1,889 in French
peloton
A group or pack of cyclists in a race.
In a sentence
Le peloton cycliste s'est accéléré dans la dernière montée.
The cycling peloton accelerated in the final climb.
Refers to a group of cyclists riding closely together, typical in racing contexts.
Un peloton de soldats se tenait près de l'entrée.
A squad of soldiers stood near the entrance.
Defines a small military unit or squad.
Le peloton se composait de leaders dans leur domaine.
The group consisted of leaders in their field.
Indicates a leading group or forefront in a specific domain.
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