What is the meaning of ballistic missile early warning system?

(DoD) An electronic system for providing detection and early warning of attack by enemy intercontinental ballistic missiles. Also called BMEWS.
Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. 31 January 2011.
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