游弋 (yóu yì) — (v.) to cruise; to patrol (of naval vessels)

Definition

Formal/military term: warships or submarines cruising or patrolling a sea area. Implies purposeful presence (showing force, guarding waters), not casual sailing.

verb

(v.) to cruiseto patrol (of naval vessels)

Examples

游弋，。
Jūn jiàn zài hǎi shàng yóu yì, bǎo wèi guó jiā lǐng hǎi.
The warship cruised at sea, protecting the nation's territorial waters.
弋，。
Qián tǐng zài shēn hǎi zhōng yóu yì, zhí xíng mì mì rèn wu.
The submarine patrolled in the deep sea, carrying out a secret mission.
弋，。
Jiàn duì zài tài píng yáng shàng yóu yì, xiǎn shì jūn shì shí lì.
The fleet cruised on the Pacific, demonstrating military strength.

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