| Definition of 'covering fire' |
Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) cover, covering fire
fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations
"artillery provided covering fire for the withdrawal"
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| Definition of 'covering fire' |
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms |
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1. covering fire
1. Fire used to protect troops when they are within range of enemy small arms. 2. In amphibious usage, fire delivered prior to the landing to cover preparatory operations such as underwater demolition or mine countermeasures.
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