Printer Friendly
The Free Dictionary
982,739,722 visitors served.
?
Dictionary/
thesaurus
Medical
dictionary
Legal
dictionary
Financial
dictionary
Acronyms
 
Idioms
Encyclopedia
Wikipedia
encyclopedia
?

force multiplier

   Also found in: Wikipedia, Hutchinson 0.03 sec.
A capability that, when added to and employed by a combat force, significantly increases the combat potential of that force and thus enhances the probability of successful mission accomplishment.
?Page tools
Printer friendly
Cite / link
Email
Feedback
Add definition
? Mentioned in ? References in periodicals archive
 
Although constructive simulation studies have shown the PGMM is a force multiplier, it was time to see how it would perform in realistic military operations in urban terrain (MOUT) with live Soldiers and equipment.
The new precision-guided mortar munition [PGMM] by Burke, Peter J. / FA Journal
``The car is designed to be a force multiplier,'' Gomez said.
FUTURISTIC GADGETS ARM LAPD CAR NEW `SMART CAR' SCANS LICENSE PLATES, ... by Daily News (Los Angeles, CA)
It is also a force multiplier, meaning size doesn't always confer an advantage, as companies such as eBay, Google and Skype have shown to great effect.
Productivity of the mind by Donlon, J.P. / Chief Executive (U.S.)
More results
 
Dictionary/thesaurus browser? ? Full browser
 
 
Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Translations
?

Disclaimer | Privacy policy | Feedback | Copyright © 2008 Farlex, Inc.
All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional. Terms of Use.