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M m meter; meters; mechanized (graphics, FM 1‑02) M&G mapping and geodesy M&I modernization and improvement M&O maintenance and operation M&R maintenance and repair M&S modeling
and simulation (not plural, FM 1‑02) M/C‑M/S mobility/countermobility/survivability
(FM 1‑02) M/S mobility/survivability
(FM 3‑21.20) M1H miles traveled in an hour
(FM 3‑90.2) M60 machine gun to be replaced by the
M240B, according to MA machine accountant; marshaling
area; monitoring agency MAA maximum authorized altitude;
mission area analysis MAAG Military Assistance Advisory
Group MAAP MAB missile assembly building; mobile
floating assault bridge‑ferry (US); mobile assault bridge (FM 3‑90.2) MAC maintenance allocation chart
(FM 3‑21.20); Military Airlift Command, superseded by AMC
(FM 3‑21.38, FM 3‑21.220), ‑26, ARTEP 7‑20-MTP);
maintenance allocation chart; Military Airlift Command; Maneuver Area
Command; MOUT Assault Course (TC 90‑1) MACA Military Airlift Clearance
Authority MACADS MACCS Marine
air command and control system (FM 1‑02) MACE Military Air Cargo Export System MACG Marine
air control group (FM 1‑02); marshalling area control group machine gun (noun, MW9) MACI military adaptation of commercial
items MACO Marshalling Area Control Officer
MACR Military Airlift Command regulation
(FM 90‑26) MACRIT Manpower Requirements Criteria MACS Marine air control squadron;
Multipurpose Arcade Combat Simulator (FM 3‑22.27) MACS Marine
air control squadron (FM 1‑02) MADAEC Military Application Division of
the Atomic Energy Commission MADM medium atomic demolition munition MAERU mobile ammunition evaluation and
reconditioning unit MAF Marine Amphibious Forces MAFC major Army field command mag magazine (ARTEP 7‑91-MTP);
magnetic (FM 3‑21.20); magnification, STP 7‑11M14‑SM‑TG) MAG Military Advisory Group; Marine
aircraft group (FM 1‑02) magnetic azimuth An
angle of direction measured clockwise from magnetic north, also azimuth; grid azimuth; true
azimuth (FM 3‑25.26) magnetic declination (DOD,
NATO) The angle between the magnetic and geographical meridians at any place,
expressed in degrees east or west to indicate the direction of magnetic north
from true north. In nautical and aeronautical navigation, the term magnetic
variation is used instead of magnetic declination and the angle is termed
variation of the compass or magnetic variation. Magnetic declination is not
otherwise synonymous with magnetic variation, which refers to regular or
irregular change with time of the magnetic declination, dip, or intensity,
also magnetic variation (FM 3‑25.26) magnetic mine (DOD,
NATO) A mine which responds to the magnetic field of a target (FM 20‑32) magnetic variation (DOD,
NATO) 1. In navigation, at a given place and time, the horizontal angle
between the true north and magnetic north measured east or west according to
whether magnetic north lies east or west of true north. 2. In cartography,
the annual change in direction of the horizontal component of the Earth's
magnetic field, also magnetic
declination (FM 3‑25.26) MAGNUM (system/location) (A/S)
Launch of friendly antiradiation missiles) MAGTF Marine
air‑ground task force (FM 1‑02) MAHC maximum allowable housing cost MAI Military Assistance Institute MAIN military authorization
identification number post (use abbreviations only in graphics); primary
command (FM 1‑02) main battle area (DOD)
That portion of the battlefield in which the decisive battle is fought to
defeat the enemy. For any particular command, the main battle area extends
rearward from the forward edge of the battle area to the rear boundary of the
command's subordinate units (Army) The area where the commander intends to
deploy the bulk of his combat power and conduct his decisive operations to
defeat an attacking enemy. Also called MBA, also defensive
operations; forward edge of
the battle area; handover line
(FM 3‑90) main body The
principal part of a tactical command or formation. It does not include
detached elements of the command, such as advance guards, flank guards, and
covering forces (FM 3‑90, FM 1‑02) main command post A cell that includes
those staff activities involved in controlling and sustaining current
operations and in planning future operations. (See Table 5‑8 for symbol) main detonating line (DOD,
NATO) In demolition, a line of detonating cord used to transmit the
detonation wave to two or more branches (FM 5‑250) main effort (ME;
Army) The activity, unit, or area that commanders determine constitutes the
most important task at that time (FM 3‑0); Marine Corps) The
designated subordinate unit whose mission at a given point in time is most
critical to overall mission success. It is usually weighted with the
preponderance of combat power and is directed against a center of gravity
through a critical vulnerability (FM 1‑02) main operations base (DOD)
In special operations, a base established by a joint force special operations
component commander or a subordinate special operations component commander
in friendly territory to provide sustained command and control, administration,
and logistical support to special operations activities in designated areas.
Also called MOB, also advanced operations base; forward operations base (FM 3‑05) main supply route (DOD, NATO) The route or routes
designated within an operational area upon which the bulk of traffic flows in
support of military operations. Also called MSR (FM 4‑01.30, see Table 7‑17 for symbol) maint maintenance
(FM 1‑02) maintenance (materiel) (DOD) 1. All action taken to
retain materiel in serviceable condition or to restore it to serviceability.
It includes inspection, testing, servicing, classification as to
serviceability, repair, rebuilding, and reclamation. 2. All supply and repair
action taken to keep a force in condition to carry out its mission. 3. The
routine recurring work required to keep a facility (plant, building,
structure, ground facility, utility system, or other real property) in such
condition that it may be continuously used, at its original or designed
capacity and efficiency for its intended purpose (Army) Actions taken to keep
materiel in serviceable, operational condition, and updating and upgrading
its capability. It includes performing preventive maintenance checks and
services; recovering and evacuating disabled equipment; diagnosing equipment
faults; substituting parts, components, and assemblies; exchanging
serviceable materiel for unserviceable materiel; and repairing equipment (FM 4‑30.3; see Table 5‑3 for symbols.) maintenance category obsolete; use maintenance level
(from DA USAMC Materiel Readiness Support Activity re maintenance allocation
charts (MACs), maintenance collection point A
point established to collect equipment awaiting repair, controlled exchange,
cannibalization, or evacuation. It may be operated by the user or by the
direct support maintenance units. Also called MCP, also unit
maintenance collection point (FM 4‑30.3; see Table 7‑17 for symbol) maintenance status (DOD)
1. A nonoperating condition, deliberately imposed, with adequate personnel to
maintain and preserve installations, materiel, and facilities in such a
condition that they may readily be restored to operable condition in a
minimum time by the assignment of additional personnel and without extensive
repair or overhaul. 2. That condition of materiel that is in fact, or is
administratively classified as, unserviceable, pending completion of required
servicing or repairs. 3. A condition of materiel readiness that reports the
level of operational readiness for a piece of equipment (FM 4‑30.3) maintenance support team A
tailored direct support team that collocates with a unit maintenance element
for a designated period. Also called MST
(FM 4‑30.3) MAIS MAIT maintenance assistance and
instruction team MAJ major major disaster (DOD)
Any flood, fire, hurricane, tornado, earthquake, or other catastrophe which, in
the determination of the President, is or threatens to be of sufficient
severity to warrant disaster assistance by the Federal Government under
Public Law 606, 91st Congress (42 United States Code 58) to supplement the
efforts and available resources of State and local governments in alleviating
the damage and hardship, or suffering caused thereby, also domestic emergencies (FM 3‑07) major operation (DOD)
A series of tactical actions (battles, engagements, strikes) conducted by
various combat forces of a single or several Services, coordinated in time
and place, to accomplish operational and, sometimes, strategic objectives in
an operational area. These actions are conducted simultaneously or
sequentially in accordance with a common plan and are controlled by a single
commander, also operation (FM 3‑0) MAL materiel allowance list MALS Marine
aviation logistics squadron (FM 1‑02) MAM military air movement number MAMC MAMD missile
air and missile defense (FM 3‑90.61) mand mandatory (FM 7‑1) maneuver (DOD,
NATO) 1. A movement to place ships, aircraft, or land forces in a position of
advantage over the enemy. 2. A tactical exercise carried out at sea, in the
air, on the ground, or on a map in imitation of war. 3. The operation of a
ship, aircraft, or vehicle, to cause it to perform desired movements. 4.
Employment of forces in the battlespace through movement in combination with
fires to achieve a position of advantage in respect to the enemy in order to
accomplish the mission. [Note: the NATO definition replaces "in the
battlespace" with "on the battlefield."] (Army) One of the nine principles of war: Place
the enemy in a disadvantageous position through the flexible application of
combat power, also mission; operation; principles of war (FM 3‑0) maneuver (azimuth/range/
altitude) ** Informative call that specified group is maneuvering in azimuth,
range, and/or altitude) maneuver and mobility support A
military police mission performed to support and preserve the commander's
freedom of movement in his area of responsibility and enhance the movement of
friendly resources in all environments. Tasks include route reconnaissance
and surveillance, main supply route regulation and enforcement, temporary
route signing, support to river crossings, and straggler and refugee control.
Also called MMS (FM 3‑19.1) manhole (noun, MW9) man‑hour (noun, MW9) manifest (DOD)
A document specifying in detail the passengers or items carried for a
specific destination (FM 55‑1) manila hemp a strong‑fibered rope often
used in marine applications manipulative electromagnetic
deception (DOD) Actions to eliminate revealing, or
convey misleading, electromagnetic telltale indicators that may be used by
hostile forces. Also called MANIX machine aids to Nike‑X man‑made (adj, MW9) manpack (adj, MW10) man‑pack (verb, Gregg 811) MANPAD man‑portable air defense
(not "system") manpower (noun, MW9) MANSCEN MANSPT maneuver
(not 'man') support (FM 1‑02) MAO mailing address only MAP Military Assistance Program map (DOD,
NATO) A graphic representation, usually on a plane surface, and at an
established scale, of natural or artificial features on the surface of part
or whole of the Earth or other planetary body. These features are positioned
relative to a coordinate reference system, also large‑scale map;
medium‑scale map; small‑scale
map (FM 3‑25.26) map board (noun) MAPEX map exercise (ARTEP 7‑10‑MTP,
ARTEP 7‑20‑MTP, ARTEP 7‑30‑MTP,
ARTEP 7‑94‑MTP, ARTEP 71‑2‑MTP (FM 7‑0) MAPP manpower and personnel plan;
methylacetylene propadiene, propane propylene MAPPING (A/S)
Multifunction radar in an A/G mode) MAPROS maintain production schedules MAP‑TOE Management Practices in TOE Units MAPU multiple address processing unit MAR major assembly release;
multifunction array radar MAR‑1 multifunction array radar
(R&D at WSMR) MARAD Maritime Administration MARCE march column A
group of two to five serials using the same route for a single movement,
organized under a single commander for planning, regulating, and controlling,
also march serial; march unit; movement order (FM 3‑90) march serial A
subdivision of a march column consisting of a group of two to five march
units using the same route for a single movement, organized under a single
commander for planning, regulating, and controlling, also march column; march unit; movement
order (FM 3‑90) march unit The
smallest subdivision of a march column; a group of normally no more than 25
vehicles using the same route for a single movement organized under a single
commander for planning, regulating, and controlling, also march column; march serial; movement
order (FM 3‑90) MarDiv Marine
division (FM 1‑02) Marine air‑ground task
force (Marine Corps) The Marine Corps
principal organization for all missions across the range of military
operations, composed of forces task‑organized under a single commander
capable of responding rapidly to a contingency anywhere in the world. The
types of forces in the Marine air‑ground task force (MAGTF) are
functionally grouped into four core elements: a command element, an aviation
combat element, a ground combat element, and a combat service support element.
The four core elements are categories of forces, not formal commands. The
basic structure of the MAGTF never varies, though the number, size, and type
of Marine Corps units comprising each of its four elements will always be
mission dependent. The flexibility of the organizational structure allows for
one or more subordinate MAGTFs to be assigned or attached. In a joint or
multinational environment, other Service or multinational forces may be
assigned or attached to the MAGTF. Also called MAGTF, also aviation
combat element; combat service
support element; command
element; ground combat element; Marine expeditionary brigade; Marine expeditionary force; Marine expeditionary force (forward); Marine expeditionary unit; special purpose Marine air‑ground task
force; task force
(FM 1‑02) Marine expeditionary brigade (Marine
Corps) A Marine air‑ground task force that is constructed around a
reinforced infantry regiment, a composite Marine aircraft group, and a
brigade service support group. The Marine expeditionary brigade (MEB),
commanded by a general officer, is task‑organized to meet the
requirements of a specific situation. It can function as part of a joint task
force, as the lead echelon of the Marine expeditionary force (MEF), or alone.
It varies in size and composition, and is larger than a Marine expeditionary
unit but smaller than a MEF. The MEB is capable of conducting missions across
the full range of military operations. In a joint or multinational
environment, the MEB may contain other Service or multinational forces
assigned or attached. Also called MEB,
also brigade; Marine air‑ground task force; Marine expeditionary force
(FM 1‑02) Marine expeditionary force (Marine
Corps) The largest Marine air‑ground task force (MAGTF) and the Marine
Corps principal warfighting organization, particularly for larger crises or
contingencies. It is task‑organized around a permanent command element
and normally consists of one or more Marine divisions, Marine aircraft wings,
and Marine force service support groups. The Marine expeditionary force is
capable of missions across the range of military operations, including
amphibious assault and sustained operations ashore in any environment. It can
operate from a sea base, a land base, or both. In a joint or multinational
environment, it may also contain other Service or multinational forces
assigned or attached to the MAGTF. Also called MEF, also aviation
combat element; combat service
support element; command
element; ground combat element; Marine air‑ground task force; Marine expeditionary brigade; Marine expeditionary force (forward); Marine expeditionary unit; special purpose Marine air‑ground
task force; task force
(FM 1‑02) Marine expeditionary force
(forward) (DOD) A designated lead echelon of a Marine
expeditionary force (MEF), task‑organized to meet the requirements of a
specific situation. A Marine expeditionary force (forward) varies in size and
composition, and may be commanded by the MEF commander personally or by
another designated commander. It may be tasked with preparing for the
subsequent arrival of the rest of the MEF/joint/multinational forces, and/or
the conduct of other specified tasks, at the discretion of the MEF commander.
A Marine expeditionary force (forward) may also be a stand‑alone Marine
air‑ground task force (MAGTF), task‑organized for a mission in
which a MEF is not required. It may also contain other Service or foreign
military forces assigned or attached to the MAGTF. Also called MEF (FWD), also aviation combat element; combat service support element; command element; ground combat element; Marine air‑ground task force; Marine expeditionary force; Marine expeditionary unit; Marine expeditionary unit (special forces
capable); special purpose
Marine air‑ground task force; task force (FM 1‑02) Marine expeditionary unit (Marine
Corps) A Marine air‑ground task force (MAGTF) that is constructed
around an infantry battalion reinforced, a helicopter squadron reinforced,
and a task‑organized combat service support element. It normally
fulfills Marine Corps forward sea‑based deployment requirements. The
Marine expeditionary unit provides an immediate reaction capability for
crisis response and is capable of limited combat operations. In a joint or
multinational environment, it may contain other Service or multinational
forces assigned or attached to the MAGTF. Also called MEU, also aviation
combat element; combat service
support element; command
element; ground combat element; Marine air‑ground task force; Marine expeditionary force; Marine expeditionary force (forward); Marine expeditionary unit (special
operations capable); special
purpose Marine air‑ground task force; task force (FM 1‑02) Marine expeditionary unit
(special operations capable) (Marine Corps) The Marine
Corps standard, forward‑deployed, sea‑based expeditionary
organization. The Marine expeditionary unit (special operations capable; MEU[ MARISP Maritime Strike Plan mark** (NATO)
In artillery and naval fire support: a. a call for fire on a specified
location in order to orient the observer/spotter or to indicate targets; b.
to report the instant of optimum light on the target produced by illumination
shells. [Note: the Army definition also applies to mortar fire.] (FM 6‑30) marking smoke Smoke
employed to relay prearranged communications on the battlefield. It is
frequently used to identify targets, evacuation points, friendly perimeters,
and so forth (FM 3‑50) marking** Informative
call indicating friendly aircraft is leaving contrails (NOTE: NATO term is conning.) markpoint** Datalink
nondesignated geographic point of interest) MARKS Modern Army Record‑keeping
System MARS Military Affiliate Radio System marshalling (DOD,
NATO) 1. The process by which units participating in an amphibious or
airborne operation group together or assemble when feasible or move to
temporary camps in the vicinity of embarkation points, complete preparations
for combat, or prepare for loading (FM 90‑26).
2. The process of assembling, holding, and organizing supplies
and/or equipment, especially vehicles of transportation, for onward movement
(FM 100‑17), also staging area (FM 1‑02);
establishing at a specific point marshalling area (DOD)
A location in the vicinity of a reception terminal or pre‑positioned
equipment storage site where arriving unit personnel, equipment, materiel,
and accompanying supplies are reassembled, returned to the control of the
unit commander, and prepared for onward movement. The joint complex commander
designating the location will coordinate the use of the facilities with other
allied commands and the host nation, and will provide life support to the
units while in the marshalling area (FM 100‑17); (Marine Corps) 1. The
general area in which unit preparation areas and departure airfields may be
located and from which air movement is initiated. 2. In amphibious
operations, the designated area in which, as part of the mounting process,
units are reorganized for embarkation; vehicles and equipment are prepared to
move directly to embarkation areas; and housekeeping facilities are provided
for troops by other units, also marshalling
(FM 1‑02) MAS Military Agency for
Standardization; main aid station (FM 3‑21.20) MASCAL mass casualty (FM 7‑1) MASER microwave amplification by
stimulated emission of radiation MASF Military Assistance Service Funded;
mobile aeromedical staging facility (FM 90‑26) MASH mobile army surgical hospital MASINT measurement
and signature intelligence (FM 1‑02) mask only 1.
A protective measure that provides some relief from mission‑oriented
protective posture (MOPP) gear for personnel who must work in a vapor‑
or aerosol‑contaminated environment. Personnel must be within
protective shelters (certain types of vans, tanks, or buildings) where the
danger of transfer hazards is minimal. This posture is only used when the only
threat is vapor. Mask only cannot be used when blister agents are present. 2.
A protective measure used when the commander anticipates that his only
chemical threat is from riot control agents (FM 3‑11.4) MASL military assistance articles and
services list mass (DOD,
NATO) 1. The concentration of combat power. 2. The military formation in
which units are spaced at less than normal distances and intervals (Army) One
of the nine principles of war: Concentrate the effects of combat power at the
decisive place and time, also principles
of war (FM 3‑0) MASS Marine
air support squadron (FM 1‑02); Modern Army Supply System mass casualty (DOD)
Any large number of casualties produced in a relatively short period of time,
usually as the result of a single incident such as a military aircraft
accident, hurricane, flood, earthquake, or armed attack that exceeds
logistical support capabilities, also casualty,
FM 4‑02) MASSCAL mass casualty (ARTEP 7‑20‑MTP,
ARTEP 71‑2‑MTP) massed fire (DOD)
1. The fire of batteries of two or more ships directed against a single
target. 2. Fire from a number of weapons directed at a single point or small
area, also concentrated fire, FM 6‑30) MASSTER Modern Army Selected System test,
evaluation, and review MAST military assistant to safety and
traffic MASTARAV master army aviator mat material; materiel (use
abbreviations only in graphics) MAT Mechanical Aptitude Test MATCH MATCO Military Air Traffic Coordinating
Office(r) material factor the
strength, hardness, and mass of the material to be demolished materiel release confirmation (DOD)
A notification from a shipping or storage activity advising the originator of
a materiel release order of the positive action taken on the order. It will
also be used with appropriate shipment status document identifier codes as a
reply to a follow‑up initiated by the inventory control point, FM 10‑15) materiel release order (DOD)
An order issued by an accountable supply system manager (usually an inventory
control point or accountable depot or stock point) directing a nonaccountable
activity (usually a storage site or materiel drop point) within the same
supply distribution complex to release and ship materiel, FM 10‑15) MATES mobilization and training
equipment site MAV obsolete; use "IAV" MAW medium antitank weapon MAWLOGS Models of the max maximum
(FM 1‑02, FM 5-0‑1); use abbreviations only in graphics) max ord maximum ordinate (FM 3‑22.27) maximum effective range (DOD,
NATO) The maximum distance at which a weapon may be expected to be accurate
and achieve the desired effect. [Note: the NATO definition replaces
"effect" with "result."] (Army) The distance from a weapon
system at which a 50 percent probability of target hit is expected, or the
tracer burnout range (FM 3‑22.1) maximum ordinate the highest measurement the round
will travel above the line of sight, often referred to as
"max ord" (FM 3‑22.1) maximum range (DOD,
NATO) The greatest distance a weapon can fire without consideration of
dispersion (Army) The maximum distance a projectile or rocket can go at the
optimum elevation of the weapon (FM 3‑22.1) maximum rate of fire The
largest quantity of rounds physically or mechanically possible to fire
through a weapon or weapon system in a specified period of time regardless of
the damage that could be done to the system if this number of rounds was
fired for a prolonged period of time, also sustained rate of fire (FM 3‑21.91) MAZ mounting
azimuth (FM 3‑22.91) mb millibar
(a metric unit used to measure air pressure) MB megabyte, (TRADOC Pam 350‑70‑2) MBA main
battle area (FM 1‑02); minimum burst altitude MBC mortar ballistic computer (FM 3‑22.90,
ARTEP 7‑90-MTP); mortar ballistics computer (FM 3‑21.20);
manual battery control MBD manual burst disable MBFR mutual and balanced force
reduction MBGE missile‑borne guidance
equipment MBGTS missile‑borne guidance test
set MBO motor burn out; management by
objectives MBOL motor burn out locking MBPA Military Blood Program Agency MBPAS Monthly Bulk Petroleum Accounting
Summary MBPO Military Blood Program Office MBRV maneuverable ballistic reentry
vehicle MBT main battle tank; motor burning
time MC mobility
corridor (FM 1‑02); Marine Corps (United States, FM 3‑21.20);
Medical Corps; Member of Congress; military characteristics MC&G mapping, charting, and geodesy MC4 medical communications for combat
casualty care MCA Military Construction, Army;
minimum crossing altitude MCAAP MCAP mine
clearing/armor protection kit (FM 1‑02) MCAR Military Construction, Army
Reserve MCARNG Military Construction, Army
National Guard MCAS Marine Corps Air Station MCB mine
clearing blade (FM 1‑02); mobile construction battalion MCC movement
control center (FM 1‑02); Military Coordinating Committee MCCUSCUSRPG Military Coordinating Committee ( MCD manipulative communication
deception; missile countermeasure device (FM 3‑22.1) MCEB Military Communications‑Electronics
Board mchan multichannel (use abbreviations
only in graphics) MCI meal, combat, individual MCL mission
configured load (FM 1‑02) MCLOS manual command to line‑of‑sight
guidance (FM 3‑22.34) MCM Manual for Courts‑Martial MCM mine
countermeasures (FM 1‑02) MCN management control number MCO movement and control officer
(FM 3‑90.6); movement control officer (FM 90‑26) MCOE MCOFT mobile conduct of fire trainer
(FM 7‑0, FM 7‑1) MCOO modified
combined obstacle overlay (FM 1‑02) MCP maintenance
collection point (FM 1‑02); medical continuation pay; military construction plan MCR mine
clearing roller (FM 1‑02); master change record; Master Control
Record System MCREP Military Committee Representative
to the MCRP Marine
Corps reference publication (FM 1‑02) MCS maneuver
control system (FM 1‑02) MCSTSC Military Communications System
Technical Standards Committee MCT MCV-B mortar
carrier vehicle-version B (TC 7-21) MCW modulated continuous wave MCWP Marine Corps Warfighting
Publication (FM 3‑21.220) MD map distance (FM 3‑25.26);
materiel development; movement directive MDA military damage assessment;
minimum descent altitude M‑Day (DOD)
mobilization day; the term used to designate the unnamed day on which full
mobilization commences or is due to commence, also times, FM 5-0) MDC movement designator code MDFMR M‑Day force materiel
requirement MDI miss‑distance indicator
(FM 3‑22.1); management data list; material deviation list; modernized
demolition initiator (FM 3‑21.10 and Ranger Handbook) MDIC multidisciplinary
counterintelligence (FM 1‑02) MDL management data list; material
deviation list MDLS mobile distance learning sites,
(TRADOC Pam 350‑70‑2) MDMP military
decisionmaking process (FM 1‑02) MDMR M‑Day materiel requirement MDP meteorological datum plane; main
defensive position (FM 3‑06.11) MDR maintenance data report MDRT mobile
digital radio terminal (FM 3‑90.6) MDS mail distribution scheme;
maintenance data system MDU mine disposal unit; mobile
development units MDV mine
detection vehicle (FM 1‑02) MDW United States Army Military
District of me multiengine (use abbreviations
only in graphics) ME meaconing (DOD,
NATO) A system of receiving radio beacon signals and rebroadcasting them on
the same frequency to confuse navigation. The meaconing stations cause
inaccurate bearings to be obtained by aircraft and ground stations, FM 2‑0) MEAD MEADS maintenance engineering analysis
data system meas measure (use abbreviations only
in graphics) measurement and signature
intelligence (DOD) Scientific and technical intelligence
obtained by quantitative and qualitative analysis of data (metric, angle,
spatial, wavelength, time dependence, modulation, plasma, and hydromagnetic)
derived from specific technical sensors for the purpose of identifying any
distinctive features associated with the target, source, emitter, or sender
measurement of the same. The detected feature may be either reflected or
emitted. Also called MASINT,
also intelligence; scientific and technical intelligence,
FM 2‑0) MEB Marine
expeditionary brigade (FM 1‑02) MEBD Medical Evaluation Board mech mechanized
(FM 1‑02); mechanic; mechanical; mechanist (use abbreviations only
in graphics) mechanical belay a
belay that uses mechanical devices to help the belayer control the rope, as
in rappelling MECHTRAM mechanization of selected
transportation reports MECK med medical (FM 1‑02); medium (FM 7‑1 (25‑101);
use abbreviations only in graphics) MED manipulative
electromagnetic deception (FM 1‑02) MEDCAP Medical Civic Action Program MEDCASE medical care support equipment MEDCEN MEDCOOP medical continuity of operations
plan MEDDAC medical department activity MEDDS medical data specialist MEDEVAC medical
evacuation (FM 1‑02, FM 7‑1) medic (noun, MW10) medical countermeasures Those
measures taken to maintain soldier sustainability through the prevention and
pretreatment of injury from nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) agent
hazards; and following injury, those measures taken to treat NBC casualties
and improve medical capability for diagnosis, physiological resuscitation,
and continued medical management of NBC casualties (FM 4‑02.7) medical evacuation (Army/Marine
Corps) The timely and efficient movement of the wounded, injured, or ill
while providing en route medical care to and between medical treatment
facilities. Also called MEDEVAC,
also aeromedical evacuation; casualty evacuation (FM 4‑02) medical evacuees (DOD)
Personnel who are wounded, injured, or ill and must be moved to or between
medical facilities, FM 4‑02) medical intelligence (DOD)
That category of intelligence resulting from collection, evaluation,
analysis, and interpretation of foreign medical, bio‑scientific, and
environmental information that is of interest to strategic planning and
military medical planning and operations for the conservation of the fighting
strength of friendly forces and the formation of assessments of foreign
medical capabilities in both military and civilian sectors. Also called MEDINT, also intelligence (FM 1‑02) medical surveillance (DOD)
The ongoing systematic collection of health data essential to the evaluation,
planning, and implementation of public health practice, closely integrated
with the timely dissemination of data as required by higher authority, FM 4‑02.17) medical threat 1.
A collective term used to designate all potential or continuing enemy actions
and environmental situations that could possibly adversely affect the combat
effectiveness of friendly forces, to include wounding, injuries, or sickness
incurred while engaged in an operation. 2. A composite of all ongoing
potential enemy actions and environmental conditions (diseases and nonbattle
injuries) that may render a soldier combat ineffective (FM 4‑02) medical treatment facility (DOD) A facility established for
the purpose of furnishing medical and/or dental care to eligible individuals.
Also called MTF, FM 4‑02. (See Table 5‑3 for symbol) medical waste Any
waste that is generated in the diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human
beings or animals (FM 3‑100.4) Medicare medical care MEDINT medical
intelligence (FM 1‑02) medium* contact
altitude between 10,000 ft medium‑scale map (DOD)
A map having a scale larger than 1:600,000 and smaller than 1:75,000, also large‑scale map; map; small‑scale map, FM 3‑25.26) MEDMATS Medical Materiel Management
System MEDMIS Medical Management Information
System MEDT military equipment delivery team MEE minimum essential equipment MEECN Minimum Essential Emergency
Communications Network meeting engagement (DOD,
NATO) A combat action that occurs when a moving force, incompletely deployed
for battle, engages an enemy at an unexpected time and place. [Note: the Army
definition does not include the phrase "incompletely deployed for
battle."] See also movement to
contact, FM 3‑0) MEF Marine
expeditionary force (FM 1‑02) MEF(FWD) Marine
expeditionary force (forward) MEIS Military Entomology Information
Service MEL maximum engagement line
(FM 3‑21.71, FM 3‑90.1); Master Environmental Library (http://mel.dmso.mil) MELG Middle East Liaison Group MELIOS miniature, eye‑safe‑laser,
infrared observation set (FM 3‑22.1); mini‑eyesafe laser
infrared observation set (FM 3‑21.71); mini‑eye safe laser
infrared observation set (FM 3‑21.71) mem member(s, ARTEP 7‑91‑MTP
(FM 7‑1) MEMLACTV memorial activities memo memorandum (use abbreviations
only in graphics) MEMTT medium expanded mobility tactical
truck (FM 3‑90.6) MENS MEP military
environmental protection; mobile electric power (FM 1‑02); mission
equipment package (FM 3‑22.1) MEPCOM (US) Military Enlistment
Processing Command MEPS Military Entrance Processing
Stations MERGE(D) 1.
Information that friendlies and targets have arrived in the same visual
arena. MES medical
equipment sets (FM 3‑21.10) MESM multi‑echelon supply model mess hall (noun, MW10) message A
procedure word
meaning, "A message which requires recording is about to follow." (FM 24‑19) met meteorological
(FM 1‑02, FM 5-0‑1) (use abbreviations only in graphics) metalworking (noun, MW10) METL mission‑essential
task list (FM 1‑02) METOXI military effectiveness in a toxic
environment METS Mechanized Export Traffic System METSAT meteorological
satellite (FM 3‑21.10) METT‑TC mission, enemy, terrain (and
weather), troops (and support) available, time available, and civil
considerations (FM 1‑02); A memory aid used in two contexts: (1)
In the context of information management, the major subject categories into
which relevant information is grouped for military operations: mission,
enemy, terrain and weather, troops and support available, time available,
civil considerations (2) In the context of tactics,
the major factors considered during mission analysis. [Note: the Marine Corps
uses METT‑T: mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops and support
available‑time available.] (FM 6‑0) MEU Marine
expeditionary unit (FM 1‑02) MEU(SOC) Marine expeditionary unit (special
operations capable, FM 1‑02) MEV medical
evacuation vehicle (FM 3‑21.10) MEW mean effective wind (FM 3‑21.38,
FM 3‑21.220); microwave early warning MEWTA missile electronic warfare
technical area (WSMR) MEZ missile
engagement zone (FM 1‑02) MF Medal of Freedom MFA military functions appropriation MFAT (a minefield seeded with RAAMS
mines, FM 3‑21.20) MFCS mortar fire control system MFDF medium
frequency direction finding (FM 1‑02) MFF military
free fall (FM 1‑02) MFGM (a minefield of mixed antitank and
antipersonnel mines emplaced by the GEMSS, FM 3‑21.20) MFH (a minefield containing M56
mines, FM 3‑21.20) MFI major force issues MFJ (a minefield laid in the standard
minefield pattern, FM 3‑21.20) MFM (a minefield laid by the MOPMS,
FM 3‑21.20); multifaith meal, Spinoff of MRE), minefield laid by
the MOPMS; missile farm monitor MFO multinational force and observers
(FM 7‑98); Multinational Force and Observers Medal MFOI major force oriented issues MFP mortar
firing point (FM 3‑21.10) MFR memorandum for record MFS missile firing station MFSE main fire support element MFT mechanized flame‑thrower MG machine
gun (graphics only); major general (FM 1‑02) MGB medium
girder bridge (FM 1‑02) MGD military geographic documentation MGI military
geographic information (FM 1‑02) MGID military geographic information
and documentation MGO military government officer;
machine gun optic (FM 3‑22.68) mgr manager (use abbreviations only
in graphics) MGRS military
grid reference system (FM 1‑02) MGS missile guidance set (ARTEP 7‑91‑Drill,
FM 3‑22.34); missile guidance system (ARTEP 71‑2-MTP);
mobile gun system mgt management (use abbreviations
only in graphics) MGTO mobile ground target operations
(ground targets) MGY Sgt Master Gunnery Sergeant MH military history; Medal of Honor MHA Medal for Humane Action MHCS mental hygiene consultation
service MHD medical holding detachment;
military history detachment MHE materials
handling equipment (FM 1‑02) MHz megahertz mi mile (FM 3‑21.71,
FM 7‑92 (use abbreviations only in graphics) MI military intelligence (FM 1‑02,
FM 7‑1); middle initial MIA missing
in action (FM 1‑02); Missile Intelligence Agency MIAC material identification and
accounting code MIAS (AMC) Major Item Automated System MIB motorized
infantry battalion (used to train threat modeL; FM 3‑21.10) MIBARS military
intelligence battalion, air reconnaissance support MIC MICB Meck Island control building mickey Have
Quick time‑of‑day (TOD) signal) MICLIC mine
clearing line charge (FM 1‑02) MICO military intelligence company MICV mechanized infantry combat
vehicle MID message input device; military
intelligence detachment MIDAS missile detection and alarm
system middle of the rope clove hitch knot that secures the middle of a rope to an anchor middle‑of‑the‑rope Prusik knot that attaches a movable
rope to a fixed rope, anywhere along the length of the fixed rope; see also
end‑of‑the‑rope Prusik MIDEASTFOR MIDF Major Item Data File MIDP major item distribution plan midsection (noun, MW10) MIES MIH miles in the hour (FM 21‑18) MIIDS Military Intelligence Integrated
Data System MIIL master item identification list MIJI meaconing,
interference, jamming, and intrusion (FM 1‑02, FM 5-0‑1);
probably incorrect since FM 24‑33, published by the US Army Signal
Center [SIGCEN] has this definition as "meaconing, intrusion, jamming,
and interference") MIJIREP MIJI report (FM 3‑21.71);
reports of meaconing, intrusion, jamming, and interference (FM 3‑22.90) MIKEDUFF [NATO]
(EW) MFDF equipment or unit fitted with MFDF equipment) mil military (use abbreviations only
in graphics) MILCON military construction MILDAT military damage assessment team MILDEPS military departments MILES Multiple Integrated Laser‑Engagement
System(s, FM 3‑23.25) MILGP military group (FM 3‑90.6,
FM 7‑98) military chemical compound Chemical
substance that has become generally accepted by the public for use in
conventional war. Included are riot control agents, flame and smoke
materials, and military herbicides. Excluded are chemical agents (FM 3‑9) military crest (Army/Marine
Corps) An area on the forward slope of a hill or ridge from which maximum
observation covering the slope down to the base of the hill or ridge can be
obtained (FM 3‑25.26) military deception (DOD)
Actions executed to deliberately mislead adversary military decisionmakers as
to friendly military capabilities, intentions, and operations, thereby
causing the adversary to take specific actions (or inactions) that will
contribute to the accomplishment of the friendly mission. The five categories
of military deception are as follows: military deception in support
of operations security (OPSEC; DOD) Military
deception planned and executed by and in support of all levels of command to
support the prevention and inadvertent compromise of sensitive or classified
activities, capabilities, or intentions. Deceptive OPSEC measures are
designed to distract foreign intelligence away from, or to provide cover for,
military operations and activities, also military deception, FM 3‑13) military environmental
protection The application and integration of all
aspects of natural environmental considerations as they apply to the conduct
of military operations (FM 3‑100.4) military gamble A
decision in which a commander risks the force without a reasonable level of
information about the outcome (FM 6‑0) military grid reference system (MGRS;
DOD, NATO) A system which uses a standard‑scaled grid square, based on
a point of origin on a map projection of the surface of the Earth in an
accurate and consistent manner to permit either position referencing or the
computation of direction and distance between grid positions. Also called MGRS, FM 3‑25.26) military load classification (DOD,
NATO) A standard system in which a route, bridge, or raft is assigned class
number(s) representing the load it can carry. Vehicles are also assigned number(s)
indicating the minimum class of route, bridge, or raft they are authorized to
use. Also called MLC, also route classification, FM 3‑34) military operations on urbanized
terrain In the past, Army doctrine
characterized urban areas as a type of specialized terrain, like jungles and
mountains, and called operations in this type of terrain military operations
on urbanized terrain (MOUT). Doctrine emphasized tactical warfighting tasks
on this terrain, which was characterized by densely situated buildings and
streets, and assumed the enemy consisted of conventional (Soviet-type)
forces. Defeating or destroying those forces overrode all other
considerations. Compare to definition of UO. See a table that compares MOUT to UO. military operations other than
war (DOD) Operations that encompass the use of
military capabilities across the range of military operations short of war.
These military actions can be applied to complement any combination of other
instruments of national power and occur before, during, and after the war.
Also called MOOTW, also counterdrug; counterinsurgency;
domestic emergencies; foreign
humanitarian assistance; peace
operations; stability
operations; support operations,
FM 3‑0) military police response force Those
forces to which the commander assigns the mission of responding to and
conducting operations to close with and destroy or delay attacking enemy
forces beyond the capabilities of base defenses (Level II and Level III; FM 3‑19.1) military strategy (DOD)
The art and science of employing the armed forces of a nation to secure the
objectives of national policy by the application of force or the threat of
force, also strategy, FM 3‑0) military symbol (DOD)
A graphic sign, usually on a map, display or diagram, to represent a
particular military unit, installation, activity, or other item of military
interest, FM 1‑02) MILLER TIME** (A/S)
Informative call indicating completion of air‑to‑ground ordnance
delivery. Generally used by the last striker in conjunction with a
precoordinated egress plan) MILPAC Military Personnel Accounting
Activity MILPERCEN (United States Army) MILPO military personnel office(s) MILSCAP Military Standard Contract
Administration Procedures MILSTAAD Military Standard Activity
Address Directory MILSTAMP Military Standard Transportation
and Movement Procedures MILSTD military
standard (do not hyphenate,
FM 1‑02) MILSTEP Military Supply and
Transportation Evaluation Procedures MILSTICCS Military Standard Item
Characteristics Coding Structure MILSTRAP Military Standard Transaction
Reporting and Accounting Procedures MILSTRIP Military Standard Requisitioning
and Issue Procedures MILVAN military‑owned demountable
container MIMS Major Item Management System min minimum
(FM 1‑02); minute (use abbreviations only in graphics) mind‑set (noun, MW10) mine (DOD,
NATO) 1. In naval mine warfare, an explosive device laid in the water with
the intention of damaging or sinking ships or of deterring shipping from entering
an area. The term does not include devices attached to the bottoms of ships
or to harbor installations by personnel operating underwater, nor does it
include devices which explode immediately on expiration of a predetermined
time after laying. 2 (DOD only) In land mine warfare, an explosive or
material, normally encased, designed to destroy or damage ground vehicles,
boats, or aircraft, or designed to wound, kill, or otherwise incapacitate
personnel. It may be detonated by the action of its victim, by the passage of
time, or by controlled means (NATO only) In land mine warfare, an explosive
munition designed to be placed under, on or near the ground or other surface
area to be actuated by the presence, proximity or contact of a person, land
vehicle, aircraft or boat, including landing craft, also mine warfare, FM 20‑32. (See Table 7‑14 for symbol) mine warfare (DOD)
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 enemy's capabilities to wage land, air, and
maritime warfare; and the countering of enemy‑laid mines to permit
friendly maneuver or use selected land or sea areas. Also called MIW, FM 20‑32) minefield (DOD,
NATO, Merriam Webster) 1. In naval warfare, an area of water containing mines
laid with or without a pattern. 2 (DOD only) In land warfare, an area of
ground containing mines emplaced with or without a pattern (NATO only) In
land mine warfare, a defined area in which mines have been emplaced, also mine; mine warfare, FM 20‑32. (See Table 7‑14 for symbol) minefield breaching (DOD,
NATO) In land mine warfare, the process of clearing a lane through a
minefield under tactical conditions, also breach; lane, FM 20‑32) minelayer (noun, MW10) minimum range (DOD)
1. Least range setting of a gun at which the projectile will clear an obstacle
or friendly troops between the gun and the target. 2. Shortest distance to
which a gun can fire from a given position. 3. The range at which a
projectile or fuse will be armed, FM 3‑22.1) minimum safe distance The minimum distance in
meters from desired ground zero at which a specific degree of personnel risk
and vulnerability will not be exceeded with a 99 percent assurance. The
minimum safe distance is the sum of the radius of safety and the buffer
distance. Also called MSD,
also desired ground zero; least separation distance (FM 100‑30) minimum‑risk route (DOD) A temporary
corridor of defined dimensions recommended for use by high‑speed, fixed‑wing
aircraft that presents the minimum known hazards to low‑flying aircraft
transiting the combat zone. Also called MINUET minimum energy trajectory model Minzey‑Shardin effect ?? MIP management improvement program;
motorized infantry platoon (used to train threat model; FM 3‑21.10) MIPA missile procurement, Army MIPR Military Interdepartmental
Purchase Request MIR master inventory record MIRAC MIRADCOM (United States Army) Missile
Research and Development Command MIRCOM (United States Army) Missile
Materiel Readiness Command MIRSP MIS management information systems misalignment, employee see
employee misalignment misc miscellaneous (use abbreviations
only in graphics) misfire (DOD,
NATO) 1. Failure to fire or explode properly. 2. Failure of a primer or the
propelling charge of a round or projectile to function wholly or in part, FM 6‑40) misinformation Incorrect
information from any source that is released for unknown reasons or to
solicit a response or interest from a non‑political or non‑military
target (FM 3‑13; NOTE: The prefix
"mis" generally implies ill intent or potential harm, whereas the
prefix "dis" implies only awry or mistaken, absent of any intent) MISO Management Information Systems
Office misorient orient badly or wrongly, or
reorient in a suspicious manner, also disorient) MISPC mechanized infantry squad
proficiency course misplaced modifier See MODIFIERS MISR Major Item Status Report mission
creep the
expansion of a project or mission beyond its original goals, often
after initial successes.[1] The term often implies a certain
disapproval of newly adopted goals by the user of the term. Mission creep is
usually considered undesirable due to the dangerous path of each success
breeding more ambitious attempts, only stopping when a final, often
catastrophic, failure occurs. The term was originally applied exclusively to military operations,
but has recently been applied to many different fields, mainly the growth of bureaucracies. (see also misalignment,
employee) missing (DOD)
A casualty status for which the United States Code provides statutory
guidance concerning missing members of the Military Services. Excluded are
personnel who are in an absent without leave, deserter, or dropped‑from‑rolls
status. A person declared missing is categorized as follows: a. beleaguered—The casualty is a member
of an organized element that has been surrounded by a hostile force to
prevent escape of its members. b. besieged—The
casualty is a member of an organized element that has been surrounded by a
hostile force, compelling it to surrender. c. captured—The casualty has been seized as the result of action of
an unfriendly military or paramilitary force in a foreign country. d. detained—The casualty is prevented
from proceeding or is restrained in custody for alleged violation of
international law or other reason claimed by the government or group under
which the person is being held. e. missing—The
casualty is not present at his or her duty location due to apparent
involuntary reasons and whose location is unknown. f. missing in action—The casualty is a hostile casualty, other than
the victim of a terrorist activity, who is not present at his or her duty
location due to apparent involuntary reasons and whose location is unknown.
Also called MIA, also casualty, FM 4‑02) missing in action (DOD)
The casualty is a hostile casualty, other than the victim of a terrorist
activity, who is not present at his or her duty location due to apparent
involuntary reasons and whose location is unknown. Also called MIA, also casualty; missing,
FM 4‑02) mission (DOD)
1. The task, together with the purpose, that clearly indicates the action to
be taken and the reason therefor, FM 5-0. 2. In common usage, especially when
applied to lower military units, a duty assigned to an individual or unit; a
task, FM 5-0. 3. The dispatching of one or more
aircraft to accomplish one particular task, FM 3‑04.111) mission analysis [the process of analyzing
assigned tasks] to determine mission and to prepare guidance for subordinates
(FM 5‑0, 1995); used to identify all unit missions and critical
collective tasks, [which]…must be identified to determine exactly what must
be trained to support accomplishment of unit missions (TRADOC Regulation 350‑70,
Chapter V‑1) mission command The
conduct of military operations through decentralized execution based upon
mission orders for effective mission accomplishment. Successful mission
command results from subordinate leaders at all echelons exercising
disciplined initiative within the commander's intent to accomplish missions.
It requires an environment of trust and mutual understanding (FM 6‑0) mission configured load Load
built inside a theater of operations for a specific mission, unit, or other
purpose. Resources (personnel, equipment, and supplies) in a hub in the
communications zone/intermediate staging base or corps area normally
configured as mission configured loads. Also called MCL (FM 4‑0) mission creep Tangential
efforts to assist in areas of concern unrelated to assigned duties that
cripple efficient mission accomplishment (FM 100‑8) AKA "sidebars" mission orders A
technique for completing combat orders to allow subordinates maximum freedom
of planning and action to accomplish missions that leaves the "how"
of mission accomplishment to the subordinate (FM 6‑0) mission statement A
short paragraph or sentence describing the task and purpose that clearly
indicates the action to be taken and the reason thereof. It usually contains
the elements of who, what, when, and where, and the reason thereof, but
seldom specifies how, also commander's intent;
operation order; operation plan (FM 5-0) mission support site A
preselected area used as a temporary base or stopover point. The mission
support site is used to increase the operational range within the joint
special operations area. Also called MSS
(FM 3‑05.201) mission‑essential task A
collective task in which an organization must be proficient to accomplish an
appropriate portion of its wartime mission(s; FM 7‑0) mission‑essential task
list A compilation of collective
mission‑essential tasks an organization must perform successfully to
accomplish its wartime mission(s) Also called METL (FM 7‑0) mission‑oriented
protective posture (DOD) A flexible system for
protection against nuclear, biological, and chemical contamination. This
posture requires personnel to wear only that protective clothing and
equipment (mission‑oriented protective posture gear) appropriate to the
threat level, work rate imposed by the mission, temperature, and humidity.
[Note: The Army definition adds: The seven levels of MOPP are shown in the
MOPP table.] (FM 1‑02) MIST military
information support team (FM 1‑02) MITAC map interpretation and terrain
association course (FM 3‑25.26) MITE missile integration terminal
equipment MITP master intern training plan MITT mobile integrated tactical
terminal. The MITT is the downsized version of the Tactical High Mobility
Terminal (THMT) and replaces the THMT in the force structure. The MITT is a
division ACE asset. It is an intermediate processing system that receives
TENCAP digital secondary imagery and correlated ELINT via ACUS or SUCCESS radio. It
receives, annotates, and transmits secondary imagery. It can also receive,
process, and disseminate SIGINT data and maintain a correlated database.
MIUTC MIW mine
warfare (FM 1‑02) mixed minefield (DOD,
NATO) A minefield containing both antitank and antipersonnel mines, also minefield, FM 20‑32) MK Mark (FM 3‑22.27) MK 19 The model number associated with
the 40‑mm grenade machine gun. "MK" has a space after it in
this case, although this is not true in the case of every model number for
every piece of equipment, weapon, or vehicle referred to by its
"mark" number. The TM determines whether a space is added after the
"MK" or not. If TM usage is inconsistent, then the editor must
check the line item (supply) listing. If the listing uses the term
inconsistently as well, the editor can then decide whether to set the mark
number solid or not, also "MK." MkmQualBad Marksman Qualification Badge MKT mobile kitchen trailer MKTU marksmanship training unit ml milliliter(s, ARTEP 7‑94-MTP);
moonlight (FM 3‑21.20); molder (use abbreviations only in
graphics) ML military payroll money lists;
mission load MLB metallic link belt MLC military load classification
(FM 1‑02); military load class (incorrect, FM 3‑90.1);
minimum load configuration (FM 3‑21.20); minimum‑load
configuration (FM 21‑18); master labor contract MLCAEC Military Liaison Committee to the
Atomic Energy Commission MLCP mobile land command post MLES multiple line encryption system MLF multilateral force MLMC medical
logistics management center (FM 3‑21.20) MLO medical
logistics officer (FM 3‑21.20) MLP master logistics plan MLRS multiple
launch rocket system (FM 1‑02) MLS microwave landing system mm millimeter (FM 1‑02,
FM 5-0‑1); use abbreviations only in graphics) MM Medal for Merit; multimedia MMA medical materiel account MMBP military medical benefits
property MMC materiel
management center (FM 1‑02) MMCMP Mobilization, Military and
Civilian Manpower Program MME missile maintenance equipment MMEE minimum mission‑essential
equipment (FM 90‑26) MMLME MMM medical materiel manager MMMC MMMR medical materiel mission reserve MMPC Mobilization Materiel Procurement
Capability MMPDABC Medical Materiel Program for
Defense Against Biological and Chemical Agents MMPF master military pay file MMPNC medical materiel program for
nuclear casualties MMPVS modified military pay voucher
system MMR minimum marginal return;
Mobilization Material Requirement MMS maneuver
and mobility support (FM 1‑02); multimission ship MMT manufacturing methods and
technology; missile maintenance technician; miniature moving target
(FM 7‑1) MMTT manned moving target tank
(FM 3‑23.25) MMY military man‑years MNBA minimum normal burst altitude MNC major NATO commanders MNCI ??? MNECP mobile national emergency command
posts MNF multinational force (FM 7‑98) mo month(s, FM 7‑0,
FM 7‑1 (25‑101); use abbreviations only in graphics) MO movement orders; malfunction
officer (FM 3‑21.220) MOA medium observation aircraft; military
operation area; Memorandum of Agreement; minute of angle (FM 3‑22.10);
method of attack (FM 3‑22.91) mob mobility (FM 3‑90.6,
FM 7‑0); mobilization (FM 1‑02); main operating base
(FM 3‑90.6 (use abbreviations only in graphics) MOB main
operations base (FM 1‑02) MOBA military
operations in a built‑up area (obsolete;
use urban operations [UO], FM 1‑02) MOBDES mobilization designee MOBEX mobilization exercise (FM 7‑1) MOBIDIC mobile digital computer mobile defense (DOD)
Defense of an area or position in which maneuver is used with organization of
fire and utilization of terrain to seize the initiative from the enemy (Army)
A type of defensive operation that concentrates on the destruction or defeat
of the enemy through a decisive attack by the striking force (FM 3‑0) mobility (DOD,
NATO) A quality or capability of military forces which permits them to move
from place to place while retaining the ability to fulfill their primary
mission (Army) Those activities that enable a force to move personnel and
equipment on the battlefield without delays due to terrain or obstacles, FM 3‑34) mobility corridor (DOD)
Areas where a force will be canalized due to terrain restrictions. They allow
military forces to capitalize on the principles of mass and speed and are
therefore relatively free of obstacles, FM 2‑030) mobility operations Obstacle
reduction by maneuver and engineer units to reduce or negate the effects of
existing or reinforcing obstacles. The objective is to maintain freedom of movement
for maneuver units, weapon systems, and critical supplies, also breach; countermobility operations; survivability operations; terrain reinforcement, FM 3‑34)
mobilization (DOD)
1. The act of assembling and organizing national resources to support
national objectives in time of war or other emergencies. 2. The process by
which the Armed Forces or part of them are brought to a state of readiness
for war or other national emergency. This includes activating all or part of
the Reserve Components as well as assembling and organizing personnel,
supplies and materiel. Mobilization of the Armed Forces includes, but is not
limited to, the following categories: a. selective mobilization—Expansion of the active Armed Forces
resulting from action by Congress and/or the President to mobilize Reserve
Component units, Individual Ready Reservists, and the resources needed for
their support to meet the requirements of a domestic emergency that is not
the result of an enemy attack. b. partial
mobilization—Expansion of the active Armed Forces resulting from
action by Congress (up to full mobilization) or by the President (not more
than 1,000,000 for not more than 24 consecutive months) to mobilize Ready
Reserve Component units, individual reservists, and the resources needed for
their support to meet the requirements of war or other national emergency
involving an external threat to the national security. c. full mobilization—Expansion of the
active Armed Forces resulting from action by Congress and the President to
mobilize all Reserve Component units in the existing approved force
structure, as well as all individual reservists, retired military personnel,
and the resources needed for their support to meet the requirements of a war
or other national emergency involving an external threat to the national
security. Reserve personnel can be placed on active duty for the duration of
the emergency plus six months. d. total
mobilization—Expansion of the active Armed Forces resulting from
action by Congress and the President to organize and/or generate additional
units or personnel beyond the existing force structure, and the resources
needed for their support, to meet the total requirements of a war or other national
emergency involving an external threat to the national security. Also called MOB, FM 100‑17) MOBTDA mobilization table of
distribution and allowances MOBU mobilization base units MOC management of change; method of
control (FM 3‑22.91) MOC2 mission‑oriented command
and control (FM 3‑21.20) MOCA minimum obstruction clearance
altitude mock‑up (noun, MW10) mod model (FM 3‑22.27);
modified (FM 3‑21.220); use abbreviations only in graphics) MOD Ministry of Defense;
miscellaneous obligation document MODB Military Occupational Data Bank mode of transport (DOD)
The various modes used for movement. For each mode, there are several means
of transport. They are: a. inland surface transportation (rail, road, and
inland waterway); b. sea transport (coastal and ocean); c. air
transportation; and d. pipelines, FM 55‑1) MODEM modulation/demodulation equipment moderate nuclear risk (NATO)
A degree of risk where anticipated effects are tolerable, or at worst a minor
nuisance, also degree of risk; emergency risk (nuclear); negligible risk (nuclear), FM 100‑30) MODS Mobility Planning Data System MOE method
of evaluation (FM 1‑02); measure(s) of effectiveness MOF multioption fuze (FM 3‑22.90);
method of fire (FM 3‑22.91) MOG maximum
on ground (FM 1‑02) MOGAS motor gasoline MOI memorandum of instruction
(FM 7‑1); method of instruction, (TRADOC Pam 350‑70‑2);
military occupational information MOIC missile ordnance inhibit circuit
(FM 3‑21.71, FM 3‑90.2) MOL machine oriented language; manned
orbiting laboratory MOLLE modular,
lightweight load‑carrying equipment MOM military official mail MOM‑user maintenance operations management‑user mon monitor (use abbreviations only
in graphics) monitor(ing) 1.
Maintain(ing) sensor awareness on specified group. monitoring (DOD,
NATO) 1. The act of listening, carrying out surveillance on, and/or recording
the emissions of one's own or allied forces for the purpose of maintaining
and improving procedural standards and security, or for reference, as
applicable, FM 2‑0.
2. The act of listening, carrying out surveillance on, and/or recording of
enemy emissions for intelligence purposes, FM 2‑0.
3. The act of detecting the presence of radiation and the measurement thereof
with radiation measuring instruments. Also called radiological monitoring, FM 3‑3‑1 (Army) 1. An
element of assessment: continuous observation of the common operational
picture to identify indicators of opportunities for success, threats to the
force, and gaps in information (FM 6‑0) 2. The assessment of emissions
and ambient air quality conditions (FM 3‑100.4) monocular One optical path that produces a
monoscopic (single) or stereoscopic (dual) image, also binocular and biocular) MOOTW military
operations other than war (FM 1‑02) MOP military operations MOPMS modular
pack mine system (FM 1‑02) MOPP mission‑oriented
protective posture, JP 1‑02 (FM 1‑02) more to follow A
procedure word
meaning "Transmitting station has additional traffic for the receiving
station." (FM 24‑19) MORSL mobilization reserve stockage
list mort mortar (FM 3‑21.20,
FM 7‑1, FM 3‑90.2, FM 90‑26 (use
abbreviations only in graphics) MORT mortar
(FM 1‑02) MORTREP mortar bombing report; mortar
report (FM 3‑90.6); mortar shelling report (FM 3‑22.90) mortuary affairs (DOD) Covers the
search for, recovery, identification, preparation, and disposition of remains
or persons for whom the Services are responsible by status and Executive
Order, also graves registration,
FM 10‑64. (See Table 5‑3 for symbol) MOS military occupational specialty;
major operating system mosaic (DOD,
NATO) An assembly of overlapping photographs that have been matched to form a
continuous photographic representation of a portion of the surface of the
Earth, FM 3‑25.26) MOSAR modulation scan array radar MOSC military occupational specialty
code MOT military ocean terminal; month of
travel MOTBA MOTBY MOTHER (AIR‑MAR)
Parent ship MOTKI motor pool (noun, MW10) MOTSU MOU Memorandum of Understanding mousehole (noun, Third New International
Dictionary, Unabridged) MOUT military operations on urbanized
terrain (obsolete; use "UO" for "urban operations") mov movement (use abbreviations only
in graphics) MOV military‑owned vehicle move burn (bearing)** (A/S)
Directive call to AC‑130 to move GLINT in specified direction (NOTE: do
not use LEFT/RIGHT for moving a BURN.) movement bid A
request for clearance to move on main supply routes to other controlled
routes for which a clearance is required prior to initiating the movement (FM 4‑01.30) movement control (DOD,
NATO) 1. The planning, routing, scheduling, and control of personnel and
cargo movements over lines of communications. 2. An organization responsible
for the planning, routing, scheduling, and control of personnel and cargo
movements over lines of communications. [Note: the Army definition adds
"Organizations responsible for these functions are movement control
teams, movement control centers, and movement control activities."] Also
called movement control center/ movement control center (MCC)
See movement control
(FM 1‑02) movement credit (DOD,
NATO) The allocation granted to one or more vehicles in order to move over a
controlled route in a fixed time according to movement instructions, FM 4‑01.30) movement formation 1.
An ordered arrangement of troops and/or vehicles for a specific purpose. movement order (DOD)
An order issued by a commander covering the details for a move of the
command, FM 5-0) movement phase (DOD)
In amphibious operations, the period during which various elements of the
amphibious force move from points of embarkation to the operational area.
This move may be via rehearsal, staging, or rendezvous areas. The movement
phase is completed when the various elements of the amphibious force arrive at
their assigned positions in the operational area, also amphibious force; amphibious operation (FM 1‑02) movement requirement (DOD)
A stated movement mode and time‑phased need for transport of units,
personnel, and/or materiel from a specified origin to a specified
destination, FM 4‑01.30) movement schedule (DOD)
A schedule developed to monitor or track a separate entity, whether it is a
force requirement, cargo or personnel increment, or lift asset. The schedule
reflects the assignment of specific lift resources (such as an aircraft or
ship) that will be used to move the personnel and cargo included in a
specific movement increment. Arrival and departure times at ports of
embarkation, and so on., are detailed to show a flow and workload at each
location. Movement schedules are detailed enough to support plan
implementation, FM 4‑01.30) movement table (DOD,
NATO) A table giving detailed instructions or data for a move. When necessary
it will be qualified by the words road, rail, sea, air, and so on. to signify
the type of movement. Normally issued as an annex to a movement order or
instruction, also movement order,
FM 4‑01.30) movement to contact (DOD)
A form of the offensive designed to develop the situation and to establish or
regain contact. [Note: the NATO term is "advance to contact."] See
also meeting engagement; offensive operations; reconnaissance in force, FM 3‑0) MOVER(S)** Unidentified
surface vehicle(s) in motion) MOVP military‑owned vehicle plan MOVS military owned‑vehicle
service MOWASP mechanization of warehousing and
shipping procedures MP military
police (FM 1‑02) MP(TSWG) Military Police Tripartite
Standing Working Group MPA maritime
patrol aircraft; mission planning agent; manpower authorization (FM 1‑02);
Military Personnel, Army; Missile Procurement, Army MPAD mobile
public affairs detachment (FM 1‑02) MPAT multipurpose antitank
(ammunition, FM 3‑90.1) MPAT‑OR multipurpose antitank ___?? MPC military
pay certificate (FM 1‑02); mission‑planning cell MPCOA most probable course of action
(FM 3‑90.1) MPCSW multipurpose close support weapon MPD maximum permissible dosage MPE maximum permissible exposure MPEG (*.MPG) Motion Pictures Experts
Group for video, also JPEG) MPF maritime
prepositioning force (FM 1‑02); mission planning folder MPH miles per hour MPI Military Police Investigator;
mean point of impact (FM 3‑22.91) mpk manpack (use abbreviations only
in graphics) MPL maintenance parts lists MPM major program memorandum;
maintenance program management MPMIS Military Police Management
Information System MPO military pay order; military post
office MPOI master program of instruction MPOM maintenance program operations
management MPPRC Materiel Procurement Priorities
Review Committee MPPWCOM Military Police Prisoner of War
Command MPR military pay record MPRC multipurpose range complex
(FM 3‑22.1, FM 3‑22.27, FM 3‑22.34) MPRF medium
pulse repetition frequency (FM 1‑02) MPRJ Military Personnel Records MPS materiel planning study;
multipurpose ship; meters per second (FM 3‑21.20) MPSA Military Postal Service Agency MPSM multipurpose service munition
(FM 3‑21.20) MPT military potential test; mobile
pay team (FM 3‑90.2) MPV military pay voucher MPVSCS military pay voucher summary and
certification sheets MQM‑107 Streaker subscale target (an
aerial target) MQS military qualification standards MR machine records; manufacturer's
representative; marginal return; motorized rifle (opposing forces,
FM 3‑90.2); moonrise (FM 3‑21.10) MRA machine records activity; minimum
reception altitude; maneuver rights area (FM 7‑0, FM 7‑1) MRB multirole
bridge (FM 1‑02); motorized rifle battalion (Threat, FM 7‑1) MRBM midrange ballistic missile MRC materiel release confirmation;
Mississippi River Commission; motorized rifle company (Threat); manpower
requirements change; major regional conflict/contingency MRCP mobile radar control post MRCPA Mobilization Reserve Components
Program of the Army MRD mandatory retirement date;
Materiel Redistribution Division; Materiel Release Denial; motorized rifle
division (Threat unit) MRE meal,
ready to eat (singular; do not hyphenate "ready to eat," FM 1‑02) MRF mission reliability factor MRL multiple
rocket launcher (FM 1‑02) MRLOGAEUR minimum required logistics
augmentation MRM maintenance reporting and
management MRMO Mobilization Reserve Materiel
Objective MRMPO Mobilization Reserve Materiel
Procurement Objective MRMR Mobilization Reserve Materiel
Requirement MRO materiel release order; medical
regulating office(r); message releasing officer; motor route order number MRP motorized rifle platoon MRPF maintenance of real property
facilities MRR minimum‑risk
route (FM 1‑02); materiel readiness report; motorized rifle
regiment MRRB Maintenance Requirements Review
Board (Acronym Finder); Materiel Release Review Board (Acronym Finder; thanks
to Jeannette Cole) MRRC Materiel Requirements Review
Committee MRS muzzle reference sensor
(FM 3‑90.1); memo routing slip; mobilization requirement study;
mobilization reserve stocks MRSI mobilization requirements,
secondary items MRV multiple reentry vehicle MS military science; Medical Service
Corps; moonset (FM 3‑21.10) MSA medical services account; morale
support activities MSAAB Military Services Ammunition
Allocation Board MSAAP Mississippi Army Ammunition Plant MSAO medical services accountable
officer MSB main
support battalion (FM 1‑02) MSBL Maneuver Support Battle Lab, a
directorate at the Maneuver Support Center (MANSCEN) MSC major subordinate command;
Military Sealift Command (FM 1‑02); Medical Service Corps
(FM 3‑21.20); maneuver support cell; Materiel Status Committee MSCA military support to civil
authorities MSCB missile site control building MSCD Military Support of Civil Defense MSC‑P Maneuver Control System–Phoenix MSD minimum
safe distance (FM 1‑02) MSDA mortar
surface danger area (FM 3‑22.91) MSDP missile site data processor MSDPS missile site data processing
system MSDPSS missile site data processing
subsystem MSDS mission‑specific
data system (FM 1‑02); material safety data sheet MSE mobile
subscriber equipment (FM 1‑02); materiel status evaluation,
missile support element MSETAN mobile
subscriber equipment tactical packet network system (FM 3‑21.20) MSF mobile striking force msg message (use abbreviations only
in graphics) MSG master sergeant msgr messenger (use abbreviations only
in graphics) MSGR mobile support group MSI multi‑spectral
imagery (FM 1‑02) MSL mean
sea level (FM 1‑02); minimum safe line (FM 3‑90.1) M-SLC Maneuver
Senior Leaders Course. See also ALC. MSM Meritorious Service Medal msn mission (use abbreviations only
in graphics) MSN MSE
packet switch network MSO military service obligation;
Morale Support Officer MSP maintenance support plan; medium
speed printer; Mutual Support Program MSPB Merit Systems Protection Board MSPG materiel support planning
guidance MSR main
supply route (FM 1‑02); missile site radar MSRT mobile subscriber radiotelephone
(FM 3‑21.20, FM 3‑90.6, FM 3‑90.6) MSS mission
support site (FM 1‑02); military supply standard MST maintenance
(not mechanics) support team
(FM 1‑02) MSTACCMB Master Aircraft Crewman Badge MSTARAVB Master Army Aviator Badge MSTDIVB Master Diver Badge MSTEODBAD Master Explosive Ordnance
Disposal Badge MSTFLSB Master Flight Surgeon Badge MSTPRCHT Master Parachute Badge mt megaton
(FM 1‑02); mounted (FM 7‑1 (25‑101); use
abbreviations only in graphics) MT mechanical time, megaton,
military training, motor transport, mechanical transport MTA MTB motor torpedo boat MTBF mean‑time‑between‑failure MTBFA mean‑time‑between‑false‑alarms MTC movement to contact (ARTEP 7‑10-MTP);
Maneuver Training Command MTDA modification table of
distribution and allowances MTEP mission training evaluation plan
(FM 7‑1) MTF medical
treatment facility (FM 1‑02) mtg meeting (FM 7‑1 (25‑101);
use abbreviations only in graphics) MTG main tank gun (ARTEP 71‑2‑MTP) MTI moving
target indicator (FM 1‑02) MT‑LB a vehicle made by the former
Soviet Union (FM 3‑22.1) MTLR moving target locating radar MTMC Military Traffic Management
Command MTMCEA Military Traffic Management
Command Eastern Area MTMCTEA Military Traffic Management
Command Transportation Engineering Agency MTMCTTU Military Traffic Management
Command transportation terminal unit MTMCWA Military Traffic Management
Command Western Area MTO message
to observer (FM 3‑22.91) MTOE modification table of
organization and equipment MTP mission training plan mtr mortar MTR missile tracking radar mtrs meters (incorrect; use
"m," FM 90‑26) MTS missile test station; movement
tracking system (FM 3‑21.20) MTSQ mechanical time, superquick
[fuze] MTT mobile
training team (FM 1‑02) MTTR mean‑time‑to‑repair MTU mobile training unit MTV medium
tactical vehicle (FM 3‑21.20) MTW major theater war MTX Military Traffic Expediting
Service MUC Meritorious Unit Commendation MUD multiuser
dungeon (or domain) MUF maximum usable frequency MUL (DoD) master urgency list multimedia multiple media used in a single
product multinational operations (DOD)
A collective term to describe military actions conducted by forces of two or
more nations, usually undertaken within the structure of a coalition or
alliance, also alliance; coalition, FM 100‑8) multispectral imagery (DOD,
NATO) The image of an object obtained simultaneously in a number of discrete
spectral bands. Also called MSI
(FM 34‑3 (FM 1‑02) multispectral obscurant An
obscurant that blocks or attenuates more than two portions of the
electromagnetic spectrum (such as visual, infrared, and millimeter wave; FM 3‑50) munition (DOD,
NATO) A complete device charged with explosives, propellants, pyrotechnics,
initiating composition, or nuclear, biological, or chemical material for use
in military operations, including demolitions. Certain suitably modified
munitions can be used for training, ceremonial, or nonoperational purposes.
Also called ammunition. [Note:
In common usage, "munitions" [plural] can be military weapons,
ammunition, and equipment.] See FM 20‑32) munter hitch commonly
used belay that requires little equipment MURF materiel utilization reference
file MUSARC Major United States Army Reserve
Command (FM 7‑0, FM 7‑1) MUSIC Radar
electronic deceptive jamming) MUST medical unit, self‑contained,
transportable MUTA multiple unit training assembly
(FM 7‑1) mutual support (DOD,
NATO) That support which units render each other against an enemy because of
their assigned tasks, their positions relative to each other and to the
enemy, and inherent capabilities, also direct support; support,
FM 3‑90) mv moving (FM 3‑22.34);
use abbreviations only in graphics) MV manpower voucher; muzzle velocity MVA Modern Volunteer Army MVAP Modern Volunteer Army Program MVD Army Motor Vehicle Driver
Selection Battery mvr maneuver (FM 3‑90.6
(use abbreviations only in graphics) MVSB motor vehicle storage building MVSS motor vehicle storage shed mwave microwave (use abbreviations only
in graphics) MWDDEA Mutual Weapons Development Data
Exchange Agreement MWDP Mutual Weapons Development
Program MWE men,
weapons, and equipment MWLD man‑worn laser detector
(ARTEP 7‑20‑MTP, ARTEP 71‑2‑MTP (FM 3‑22.34) MWO modification work order; modified
work order (FM 3‑22.34) MWR morale,
welfare, and recreation (FM 1‑02) MWTS medium
weapon thermal sight |