The strategic, operational, and tactical use of mines and mine countermeasures. Mine warfare is divided into two basic subdivisions: the laying of mines to degrade the enemys capabilities to wage land, air, and maritime warfare; and the countering of enemylaid mines to permit friendly maneuver or use of selected land or sea areas. Also called MIW. (JP 3-15)
MINE WARFARE
Meaning of MINE WARFARE in English
DOD English dictionary of military terms. Английский словарь военных терминов DOD. 2012