"decapitation strike" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: decapitation strikes [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} decapitation strike (plural decapitation strikes)
  1. An initial attack (often nuclear) that aims to destroy the command and control mechanisms of the enemy, preventing retaliation. Synonyms: first strike Hypernyms: strike, attack Related terms: Dead Hand, shock and awe Coordinate_terms: preemptive strike, counterstrike Translations (attack aiming to destroy the central command and control): 斬首行動 /斩首行动 (zhǎnshǒu xíngdòng) (Chinese Mandarin), atak dekapitacyjny [masculine] (Polish)

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