Line Of Fire (Noun)
Meaning
The path of a missile discharged from a firearm.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The soldier dove for cover to avoid being in the line of fire from the enemy's machine gun.
- The police officer carefully positioned himself to ensure the hostage was not in the line of fire.
- The line of fire from the sniper's rifle was obstructed by a nearby tree.
- The military strategist carefully planned the attack to minimize the risk of friendly fire being in the line of fire.
- The civilians were caught in the line of fire during the intense battle between the two rival factions.