Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anti-aircraft-fire
Noun
/ˌæn.tiˈeə.kræft.faɪər/
Definition
Fire directed at enemy aircraft by ground-based weapons.
Examples
- The military deployed anti-aircraft fire during the air raid to protect the city.
- Many nations invest in advanced anti-aircraft fire systems to safeguard their airspace.
- Despite heavy anti-aircraft fire, the bombers managed to complete their mission.
Meaning
Anti-aircraft fire refers to the actions taken to shoot down or deter enemy aircraft using various types of weaponry positioned on the ground.
Synonyms
- Flak
- Anti-aircraft artillery
- Ground-to-air fire
