Squad (noun)

1. A group of soldiers or other people organized for a particular purpose.
2. A group of people working or playing together in a sport or other activity.
3. A group of people organized for a specific purpose.

Origin:

The word "squad" comes from the italian word "squadrone" which means "a group of soldiers" and it first recorded use in the english language in the early 17th century.

Examples:

1. The squad was sent to the front line.
2. The football team's offensive squad.
3. The squad of detectives were working on the case.
4. She was part of the cheer squad.
5. The squad of firefighters put out the fire.