Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ground-offensive
Noun
/ˈɡraʊnd əˈfɛnsɪv/
Definition
A military operation conducted on land, aimed at taking and holding territory or engaging enemy forces.
Examples
- The army launched a ground-offensive to reclaim lost territory.
- After weeks of airstrikes, a ground-offensive was deemed necessary to secure the area.
Meaning
Ground-offensive refers to any attack launched by ground forces, where troops move into enemy territory to achieve specific military objectives.
Synonyms
- Land assault
- Ground attack
- Ground campaign
