specialized forces
[/ˌspeʃəlaɪzd ˈfɔːrsɪz/]
nounpl: specialized forces
forças especializadas
1. Military units trained and equipped for specific, high-skill combat operations or tactical missions
The specialized forces were deployed to conduct the covert rescue operation.
As forças especializadas foram implantadas para conduzir a operação de resgate encoberto.
2. Elite military personnel with advanced training in particular warfare disciplines
Specialized forces undergo rigorous training in counterterrorism and hostage rescue.
As forças especializadas passam por treinamento rigoroso em contra-terrorismo e resgate de reféns.
In Brazil, specialized forces refer primarily to military and police units like BOPE (Batalhão de Operações Policiais Especiais) and the Armed Forces special operations groups. In the USA, this term commonly refers to units like the Navy SEAL Team, Army Green Berets, and Delta Force. The term carries significant prestige and is associated with national security operations.
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