Task Force (Noun)
Meaning 1
A semipermanent unit created to carry out a continuing task.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A temporary military unit formed to accomplish a particular objective.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The general established a task force to conduct a reconnaissance mission behind enemy lines.
- A task force was deployed to the region to provide humanitarian aid and disaster relief.
- The admiral commanded a task force of ships and submarines during the naval exercise.
- The task force was formed to investigate and neutralize the terrorist threat in the city.
- A special task force was created to plan and execute the rescue operation to free the hostages.