Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Suppressive Fire.
Suppressive Fire - as a noun
Fire on or about a weapon system to degrade its performance below what is needed to fulfill its mission objectives
Example Sentences
"The soldiers used suppressive fire to keep the enemy pinned down."
"The machine gunner provided suppressive fire to cover his squad's advance."
"During the assault, the troops unleashed suppressive fire to neutralize enemy defenses."
"The platoon leader ordered suppressive fire to create a diversion."
"The squad employed suppressive fire to disrupt enemy communication."