1. small, fast warships designed for escort duty and anti-submarine warfare
Usage: nautical; military
2. high-performance sports cars, especially those manufactured by Chevrolet
Usage: automotive

Examples

• The navy deployed several corvettes to protect the merchant convoy.
• Modern corvettes are equipped with advanced radar and missile systems.
• The harbor was patrolled by fast corvettes throughout the night.
• He collected vintage Corvettes from the 1960s and 1970s.
• The red Corvette accelerated quickly down the highway.
• Classic Corvettes are popular at car shows across the country.