silent service
The term "silent service" is most commonly associated with submarine forces due to their need for stealth and covert operations.
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Definition
C1Military
(informal, technical)The branch of the military responsible for submarine operations, characterized by stealth and covert activities.
Example
- The silent service plays a crucial role in naval warfare due to its ability to operate undetected.
C2Military
(informal, dated)A term historically used to refer to the navy as a whole.
Example
- In the past, the entire navy was sometimes referred to as the silent service.
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