Military Acronyms and Definitions - MilitaryDictionary.org
attack assessment
An evaluation of information to determine the potential or actual nature and objectives of an attack for the purpose of providing information for timely decisions.
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A term comprising such conditions as fractures, wounds, sprains, strains, dislocations, concussions, and compressions.
View Other Definitionstarget of opportunity
A target visible to a surface or air sensor or observer, which is within range of available weapons and against which fire has not been scheduled or requested.
View Other Definitionshazards of electromagnetic radiation to personnel
The potential hazard that exists when personnel are exposed to an electromagnetic field of sufficient intensity to heat the human body.
View Other Definitionsbeach support area
In amphibious operations, the area to the rear of a landing force or elements thereof, that contains the facilities for the unloading of troops and materiel and the support of the forces ashore.
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