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What does fish mean?
British Army shorthand for close-quarters urban warfare — clearing rooms, stairwells, and corridors. Often extended to FISH and CHIPS: Fighting In Someone's House and Causing Havoc In People's Streets.
"Pre-deployment package is two weeks of live-fire FISH at Copehill Down."
Origin
British Army slang, evolved from OBUA/FIBUA (Operations/Fighting In Built-Up Areas) doctrine.
Frequently asked questions
What does FISH stand for?
FISH stands for Fighting In Someone's House — British shorthand for urban combat.
How do you use FISH in a sentence?
"The squad drilled FISH tactics for close-quarters battle."
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