Frigate
- [through late 22nd century] A dedicated medium defense and escort starship, larger than a corvette but smaller than a destroyer, often capable of trans-atmospheric operations.
- [23rd century through early 24th century] A defense and escort starship, including small patrol craft, escort ships typically lacking torpedo armament, and versatile multipurpose ships similar to light cruisers.
- [since mid-24th century] A dedicated medium defense starship, typically carrying mission gear in switchable modules.
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