close supporting fire

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Noun close supporting fire has 1 sense

close supporting fire - fire on enemy troops or weapons or positions that are near the supported unit and are the most immediate and serious threat to it
--₁ is a kind of supporting fire

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Close Supporting Fire

Definition: Close supporting fire refers to the direct fire provided by military units to assist friendly forces operating in close proximity to the enemy.

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Noun: close supporting fire

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Noun:

Sense 1: The act of providing direct fire support to friendly forces in close proximity to the enemy.

Example: During the intense battle, the nearby artillery unit delivered close supporting fire to ensure the success of the ground troops.

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