enemy line
Opposing force's position
Enemy line refers to the forward position or boundary held by opposing military forces: Our patrol crossed behind enemy lines.
The phrase typically appears as enemy lines in the plural, suggesting the series of defensive positions an adversary occupies.
Figuratively, it describes venturing into hostile territory of any kind: Going to her family reunion felt like slipping behind enemy lines.
Combat's forward position
- no man's landUnowned space between enemies
- trenchLong narrow excavation
- fortificationStrengthening defenses or nutrients
- barricadeObstacle blocking a path
flank · breach · advance · charge · assault · penetration · artillery · infantry
frontline
Combat's forward position
- no man's landUnowned space between enemies
- trenchLong narrow excavation
- fortificationStrengthening defenses or nutrients
barricade · flank · breach · advance · charge · assault · penetration · artillery · infantry · reconnaissance
offense
Violation or umbrage
block · rush · blitz · penetration · linebacker · fullback · sweeper · stopper · defender · marking
enemy linehome front
Civilian sector during war
safe zone · demilitarized zone · neutral territory · no man's land
enemy linehome front
Civilian sector during war
defensive line · home base · rear echelon · safe zone · base camp
enemy linesafe zone
Protected area from threats
secure area · rear area · sanctuary · haven · protected zone
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