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ability

[ə'bɪlɪtɪ] n
gov., ed. capacité f
abilities n
gen. aptitudes f (intellectuelles)
social.sc., ed. capacités f
ability [ə'bɪlɪtɪ] v
chem. pouvoir; faculté
ed. habileté
mil., logist. aptitude
 English thesaurus
ability [ə'bɪlɪtɪ] v
mil., logist. Power to implement the forces' capabilities. The abilities of a set of assets are characterized by: the anticipation power, the adaptability of employment, the control of information and communication systems, the interoperability, the capability to conduct a continuous and extended combat, and the competence of personnel. The ability also pertains to the possibility, for a force, to have the required capability, to accomplish a determined task, in a timely manner qualitative notion, at the given place availability of assets, logistical level. . Specific arrangement in order to accomplish a mission defined in general terms. The ability is expressed in terms of competence, without refering to a precise size of assets. The abilities of a unit are thus defined by the know-how of its personnel and by the possibilities of its major equipment. This notion implies the existence of capabilities. Related terms: operational capability; technical capability; forces capability; military capability. (FRA)
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