civilian – adj. not military

fleet – n. a group of military ships that are controlled by one leader

blue-water – adj. relating to or associated with the open sea; oceangoing

aircraft carrier – n. a military ship that has a large deck from which aircraft take off and on which they land

auxiliary – n. available to provide extra help or power when it is needed

gesture – n. a movement of your body (especially of your hands and arms) that shows or emphasizes an idea or a feeling

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