DEFENSIVE SEA AREA


Meaning of DEFENSIVE SEA AREA in English

A sea area, usually including the approaches to and the waters of important ports, harbors, bays, or sounds, for the control and protection of shipping; for the safeguarding of defense installations bordering on waters of the areas; and for provision of other security measures required within the specified areas. It does not extend seaward beyond the territorial waters. See also maritime control area.

DOD English dictionary of military terms.      Английский словарь военных терминов DOD.