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combined operations

American  

plural noun

  1. war operations carried out cooperatively by two or more allied nations or by coordination of the land, sea, and air forces of one or more nations.


Etymology

Origin of combined operations

First recorded in 1835–45

Example Sentences

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U.S. officers go to schools throughout their careers to learn combined operations in each of the Army's combat branches – infantry, artillery, armor, signal and engineers.

From Salon • Jan. 21, 2023

In previous years, some investors and management teams tended to favor sprawling conglomerates, touting the benefits of combined operations and teams.

From Washington Post • Jun. 21, 2022

Now that Webb is fueled, the mission team will begin "combined operations," according to the statement.

From Scientific American • Dec. 8, 2021

The two combined operations and the Waldorf Astoria, the first to feature electricity and in-room telephones, became a favorite of the rich and famous.

From New York Times • Jul. 22, 2016

His joy at this important reinforcement was dashed by the mortifying reflection that he was still unprovided with the troops and military means requisite for the combined operations meditated.

From The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools by Irving, Washington