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Cover

KUH-vur

/ˈkʌvɜːr/

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cover

Dictionary meaning

Fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations.

Examples

  • Artillery provided covering fire for the withdrawal.
  • The cover concealed their guns from enemy aircraft.

Synonyms: covering fire

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