(DoD) A systematic reconnaissance of a defined area, so that all parts of the area have passed within visibility.
(DoD) An operation to locate an enemy force known or believed to be at sea.
(DoD) To distribute gunfire over an area in depth by successive changes in gun elevation.
(DoD) An operation to locate an enemy force known or believed to be at sea.
(DoD) To distribute gunfire over an area in depth by successive changes in gun elevation.
Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. 31 January 2011.
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