logistic support
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Definition
Noun: 1. Logistic support: The provision of essential services, supplies, and transportation required to sustain and enable military operations. It involves the planning and execution of moving and maintaining forces, including material, personnel, and facilities.
Usage
This term is primarily used in military, defense, and large-scale organizational contexts. It describes the comprehensive system that allows primary operations to function. - The success of the mission depended on robust logistic support from the rear command. - The general requested additional logistic support for the troops deployed overseas.
Advanced Usage
- To provide/offer logistic support: To furnish the necessary logistical services.
- Allied nations agreed to provide logistic support for the peacekeeping force.
- To require/need logistic support: To be in need of logistical services.
- The forward operating base will require sustained logistic support for the next six months.
Variants and Related Words
- Logistics (n): The detailed organization and implementation of a complex operation. This is the broader field encompassing logistic support.
- He works in logistics, managing the supply chain for the entire region.
- Logistical (adj): Relating to logistics.
- They faced significant logistical challenges in delivering aid.
Synonyms
- Sustainment: The act of providing what is needed for someone or something to continue to exist or operate.
- Backing: Support or help.
- Administrative support: Support related to organization and management (a narrower aspect).
Related Phrases
- Supply chain: The sequence of processes involved in the production and distribution of a commodity (a key component of logistic support).
- Rear-area support: Military support provided from areas behind the front lines.
Noun
- assistance between and within military commands