Interdiction Fire (Noun)
Meaning
Fire directed to an area to prevent the enemy from using that area.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The artillery unit was tasked with laying down interdiction fire to prevent the enemy from reenforcing their positions on the high ground.
- To cut off the enemy's escape route, the commander ordered an interdiction fire mission to be executed on the nearby bridge.
- Interdiction fire was called in on the suspected enemy assembly area to disrupt their formation and preparation for an assault.
- The air support team was directed to place interdiction fire on the road junction to prevent the enemy from repositioning their troops.
- Interdiction fire rained down on the enemy's supply route, crippling their ability to maintain a prolonged defense.