convoy

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   One or more merchant ships sailing in company to the same general destination under the protection of naval vessels.
2. 2
   A group of vehicles travelling together for safety, especially one with an escort.
3. 3
   The act of convoying; protection.

Verb

1. 1
   To escort a group of vehicles, and provide protection.
2. 2
   To travel under convoy.

Proper noun

1. 1
   A village in County Donegal, Ireland (Irish grid ref C 2101).
2. 2
   A village in Tully Township, Van Wert County, Ohio, United States, named after the Irish village.