"Starfish site" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Starfish sites [plural]
Etymology: Wartime code name derived from the initials SF for special fire. Head templates: {{en-noun|head=Starfish site}} Starfish site (plural Starfish sites)
  1. (UK, historical, World War II) Any of the decoy cities built in the British countryside and set on fire during nearby bombing raids to divert German bombers away from their intended targets. Wikipedia link: Starfish site Tags: UK, historical Categories (topical): World War II

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