1. the practice of sharing playing time between two players at the same position
Usage: sports
2. the coordinated movement of autonomous vehicles in close formation
Usage: technology

1. present participle of platoon: to alternate players at the same position
Usage: sports

Examples

• The coach is platooning the catchers this season.
• Platooning allows both players to stay fresh throughout the game.
• The team’s platooning strategy worked well against left-handed pitching.
• Autonomous vehicle platooning could reduce traffic congestion.
• The platooning system uses sensors to maintain safe distances.
• Truck platooning technology is being tested on highways.
• They are platooning the first basemen based on matchups.