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a method of reconnaissance in which fire is placed on a suspected enemy position in order to cause the enemy to disclose their presence by moving or returning fire

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  1. n. a method of reconnaissance in which fire is placed on a suspected enemy position in order to cause the enemy to disclose their presence by moving or returning fire