Fire-control Slang — Words, Meanings & Examples

Cleared to engage

phrase

Authorization to open fire on a designated target.

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Weapons free

phrase

Fire-control order: may fire at anything not confirmed friendly.

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Weapons hold

phrase

Fire-control order: do not fire except in self-defense.

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Weapons tight

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Fire-control order: fire only at confirmed hostile targets.

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