Meaning of maskirovka | Babel Free
Definitions
A set of procedures designed to confuse, mislead, and camouflage oneself from the enemy.
Examples
“Surprise⟳ is a key ingredient in maskirovka and the clandestine forces which occupied Crimea last⟳ February certainly delivered that.”
“And the key to informational struggle⟳ was maskirovka—subterfuge—the manipulation of the enemy's picture of reality.”
“As for Syrski’s remarks, a more likely interpretation is that the general is engaged in some simple misdirection – a version of maskirovka – a Russian military concept that encompasses western notions of operational secrecy with simple deception.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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