A military maneuver or simulated wartime operation involving planning, preparation, and execution. It is carried out for the purpose of training and evaluation. It may be a multinational, joint, or single-Service exercise, depending on participating organizations. See also command post exercise; field exercise; maneuver.
EXERCISE
Meaning of EXERCISE in English
DOD English dictionary of military terms. Английский словарь военных терминов DOD. 2012