close support

• Terme militaire ou tactique désignant le soutien direct par le feu des forces amies à proximité de l'ennemi, ou, dans un contexte professionnel, un type de service client fournissant une aide pratique immédiate.

A military or tactical term referring to direct fire support provided to friendly forces in close proximity to the enemy, or in a business context, a type of customer service that provides immediate, hands-on assistance.

1. Direct tactical assistanceC1formal

   Support provided by military units or aircraft that is in direct contact with or very near to friendly forces, often involving coordinated fire or logistics.

   appui rapproché

   • The infantry called for close support from the artillery.
   • Close support aircraft provided cover for the advancing troops.
   • The operation relied heavily on close support from naval forces.

2. Intensive assistanceB2formal

   Highly responsive and personalized help or guidance provided to a person or team, often in a professional or technical context.

   soutien rapproché

   • The project manager offered close support to the new team members.
   • Our IT department provides close support during system upgrades.
   • She received close support from her mentor throughout the training.