Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
free-fire-zone
noun
/friː faɪər zoʊn/
Definition
An area where any person or thing can be targeted and attacked without concern for rules of engagement or collateral damage.
Examples
- The military declared the area a free-fire zone to reduce risks from enemy combatants.
- In a free-fire zone, soldiers are trained to act quickly and decisively without hesitation.
Meaning
A free-fire zone is typically established in military operations, where all personnel and vehicles can be legally targeted without prior identification.
Synonyms
- combat zone
- target zone
- hostile area
