Meaning

1 senses
  1. (uncountable)Supporting fire; small-arms fire directed at an enemy to prevent them firing elsewhere.

More definitions
  • fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations

Synonyms

1 synonyms
Close in meaning
  • fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations:cover

See also

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