hot extraction
The extraction of military forces by longer-range vehicles whilst under fire from…The extraction of military forces by longer-range vehicles (helicopter, boat, armoured personnel carrier) whilst under fire from enemy forces.
Meaning
2 senses(slang)The extraction of military forces by longer-range vehicles (helicopter, boat, armoured personnel carrier) whilst under fire from enemy forces.
(broadly, slang)The process of rescuing a friend or colleague from an awkward situation, such as an unsuccessful date.
Origin
See hot (“under fire”).See hot (“under fire”).
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Forms
plural: hot extractions| Singular | hot extraction |
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See also
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