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hot extraction en · NOUN

Pronunciation

(Australia) audio

Etymology

See hot (“under fire”).

Meanings

(slang) The extraction of military forces by longer-range vehicles (helicopter, boat, armoured personnel carrier) whilst under fire from enemy forces.
(broadly, slang) The process of rescuing a friend or colleague from an awkward situation, such as an unsuccessful date.