1. A military or law enforcement team trained and equipped to conduct specialized tactical operations, including counterterrorism, reconnaissance, and direct action missions.
The special operations unit was deployed to neutralize the terrorist threat.
A unidade de operações especiais foi implantada para neutralizar a ameaça terrorista.
2. A highly trained and elite military force with expertise in covert or unconventional warfare.
Members of the special operations unit undergo rigorous training.
Os membros da unidade de operações especiais passam por treinamento rigoroso.