(DoD) A Marine Corps or Army task organization formed to conduct amphibious operations. The landing force, together with the amphibious task force and other forces, constitute the amphibious force. Also called LF. See also amphibious force; amphibious operation; amphibious task force; task organization.
Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. 31 January 2011.
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