noun (plural only) as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The platoonmates became close comrades during the harrowing mission.

Definition:fellow members of a group, especially in the military or in a similar situation

From comrades

Example:The platoonmates-turned-teammates worked well together during the basketball season.

Definition:fellow members of a team, especially in a sport

From teammates

Example:Their platoonmates were their closest companions during the deployment.

Definition:people with whom one is close and forms close friendships

From companions

Example:Despite their different ages, the platoonmates considered each other buddies.

Definition:close friends or associates, especially in a social or close-knit group

From buddies

Example:The platoonmates were partners in every mission and trained together as a single unit.

Definition:people who work or act with each other in a cooperative or joint venture

From partners

Example:The platoonmates often referred to each other as fellows during training exercises.

Definition:used when speaking to or about a group of men or boys, often in a friendly way

From fellows

Example:The platoonmates were all associates in the fire department before joining the army.

Definition:people with whom one has regular dealings or with whom one works or acts

From associates

Example:During their training, the platoonmates became co-conspirators in many pranks and challenges.

Definition:people who share the same purpose or pranks, especially in a military context

From co-conspirators

Example:Every platoonmate was their ally during the critical night patrol.

Definition:someone who supports or assists another, especially in an urgent or difficult situation

From ally

Example:They relied on the support of their platoonmates for morale and strength.

Definition:people who back or give encouragement to an idea, person, or activity

From supporters