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[klous sə'pɔ:t]
mil., logist. That action of the supporting force against targets or objectives which are sufficiently close to the supported force as to require detailed integration or coordination of the supporting action with the fire, movement, or other actions of the supported force. (FRA)
USA The action of the supporting force against targets or objectives that are sufficiently near the supported force as to require detailed integration or coordination of the supporting action. (JP 3-31) see also direct support, general support, mutual support, support