battalion tactical group

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A military unit of the armed forces which incorporates multiple branches of the military within a single command structure (also known as combined arms).
  2. A combined arms military unit that is used for specific tasks and to achieve a discreet mission. Originated during the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan; also used significantly during the 2014 and 2022 Russian invasions of Ukraine.

Word forms

battalion tactical group battalion tactical groups

Derived words

BTG
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