direct fire
[dəˈrɛkt ˈfaɪər]
nounpl: direct fires
fogo direto
1. Military gunfire delivered at targets that are visible to the gunner or weapon operator, with a direct line of sight
The infantry unit used direct fire from their rifles to suppress the enemy position.
A unidade de infantaria utilizou fogo direto de seus rifles para suprimir a posição inimiga.
2. Artillery or small arms fire aimed at a target that can be seen by the shooter without the need for indirect aiming methods
Direct fire is more accurate than indirect fire when engaging visible targets.
O fogo direto é mais preciso que o fogo indireto ao engajar alvos visíveis.
3. In a broader context, any immediate or straightforward action or communication without intermediaries
The manager preferred direct fire communication with team members rather than written memos.
O gerente preferia comunicação direta com os membros da equipe em vez de memorandos escritos.
This term is primarily used in military and tactical contexts in both English and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil and Portugal, 'fogo direto' is standard military terminology taught in armed forces academies. The term has also entered general usage to describe straightforward, unmediated actions or communication in business and organizational contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
under direct fire - under attack or heavy criticism
draw direct fire - attract criticism or opposition
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