firepower

• Nom désignant la capacité ou la puissance de feu d'une force militaire, en particulier sa capacité à infliger des dégâts à une cible et à dominer un engagement.

A noun referring to the capacity or ability to deliver firepower, specifically the relative capacity for delivering fire on a target.

indénombrable

1. Military capacityB2formal

   The capacity of a military unit to deliver fire on a target, often measured by the number and type of weapons.

   Puissance de feu

   • The army's firepower was overwhelming during the assault.
   • Modern tanks have significantly increased firepower compared to older models.
   • The general assessed the enemy's firepower before planning the attack.

2. Figurative strength or capabilityC1informal

   The ability or resources to achieve a goal, often used in business or competition.

   Puissance de feu (sens figuré)

   • The company's marketing firepower helped it dominate the market.
   • The team lacked the firepower to compete with the league leaders.
   • Their financial firepower allowed them to acquire smaller rivals.

   Synonymescapabilitycapacitycloutmusclepowerstrengthwherewithal