Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cuadrilla

Noun
kwah-DREE-yah
Definition
A cuadrilla is a group or team, especially in a work or labor context, often referring to a squad of workers or workers in a specific trade.
Examples
  • The cuadrilla of workers completed the task ahead of schedule.
  • In traditional festivals, a cuadrilla often participates in dances and performances.
  • The cuadrilla worked together efficiently to harvest the crops.
Meaning
The term is commonly used to describe a cohort of people working together for a common goal or task, particularly in agriculture, construction, or similar fields.
Synonyms
  • team
  • crew
  • squad
  • gang
  • group