covering fire

cov·er·ing fire

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Definitions of covering fire words

noun covering fire firing intended to protect an individual or formation making a movement by forcing the enemy to take cover 3
noun covering fire (military) supporting fire, small arms fire directed at an enemy to prevent them firing elsewhere. 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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