decapitation strike en · NOUN
Meanings
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An initial attack (often nuclear) that aims to destroy the command and control mechanisms of the enemy, preventing retaliation.
Near-synonym: first strike
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| decapitation strikes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Coordinates
preemptive strike · counterstrike
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Translations (2)
cmn 斬首行動 /斩首行动 (attack aiming to destroy the central command and control) · pl atak dekapitacyjny (attack aiming to destroy the central command and control)