Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
command-post
noun
/kəˈmænd pəʊst/
Definition
A command post is a place where the commander and their staff can oversee and coordinate military operations.
Examples
- During the exercise, the general set up his command post in the field to direct the troops efficiently.
- The command post provided crucial intelligence that helped in planning the next phase of the operation.
Meaning
It serves as the operational hub for decision-making, planning, and communication during military engagements.
Synonyms
- Headquarters
- Operations center
- Control room
