fleet landing
The term "fleet landing" is primarily used in naval and military contexts, referring to designated areas for disembarkation and embarkation of personnel and equipment.
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Definition
B2Nautical
A designated area along a shoreline or pier where sailors go ashore or board a boat.
Example
- The sailors gathered at the fleet landing after docking the ship.
C1Military
(historical)A location used for amphibious landing exercises to develop and test amphibious warfare tactics and equipment.
Example
- The fleet landing exercises conducted in the 1930s were crucial for developing modern amphibious warfare strategies.
C1Historical
A specific location, such as in Charleston, South Carolina, where the U.S. Navy off-loaded sailors and supplies during the mid-20th century.
Example
- The old fleet landing in Charleston is now a popular seafood restaurant.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fleet landing":
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