combat operation

[ˈkɒmbæt ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən]

nounpl: combat operations

operação de combate

1. A military action or series of actions involving direct engagement with an enemy force

The combat operation lasted three weeks and involved multiple units.

A operação de combate durou três semanas e envolveu múltiplas unidades.

2. Active warfare or fighting between armed forces

Soldiers were deployed for combat operations in the region.

Soldados foram implantados para operações de combate na região.

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General Brazilian

operação de combate

Standard military terminology used across Brazil

Portugal

operação de combate

Official military and defense terminology in Portuguese Armed Forces

engage in combat operations

launch a combat operation

conduct combat operations

operações de combate direto

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