Joint Publication 1-02 DoD Dictionary of Military ... - AcqNotes.com

As Amended Through 15 August 2011
line of demarcation — A line defining the boundary of a buffer zone or area of limitation.
A line of demarcation may also be used to define the forward limits of disputing or
belligerent forces after each phase of disengagement or withdrawal has been
completed. See also area of limitation; buffer zone; disengagement; peace
operations. (JP 3-07.3)
line of departure — 1. In land warfare, a line designated to coordinate the departure of
attack elements. Also called LD. (JP 3-31) 2. In amphibious warfare, a suitably
marked offshore coordinating line to assist assault craft to land on designated beaches
at scheduled times the seaward end of a boat lane. Also called LOD. (JP 3-02)
line of effort — In the context of joint operation planning, using the purpose (cause and
effect) to focus efforts toward establishing operational and strategic conditions by
linking multiple tasks and missions. Also called LOE. (JP 5-0)
line of operation — A line that defines the interior or exterior orientation of the force in
relation to the enemy or that connects actions on nodes and/or decisive points related in
time and space to an objective(s). Also called LOO. (JP 5-0)
link — 1. A behavioral, physical, or functional relationship between nodes. 2. In
communications, a general term used to indicate the existence of communications
facilities between two points. 3. A maritime route, other than a coastal or transit route,
which links any two or more routes. See also node. (JP 3-0)
link encryption — The application of online crypto-operation to a link of a
communications system so that all information passing over the link is encrypted in its
entirety.
listening watch — A continuous receiver watch established for the reception of traffic
addressed to, or of interest to, the unit maintaining the watch, with complete log
optional.
litter — A basket or frame utilized for the transport of injured persons.
litter patient — A patient requiring litter accommodations while in transit.
littoral — The littoral comprises two segments of operational environment: 1. Seaward: the
area from the open ocean to the shore, which must be controlled to support operations
ashore. 2. Landward: the area inland from the shore that can be supported and
defended directly from the sea. (JP 2-01.3)
loading plan — All of the individually prepared documents which, taken together, present
in detail all instructions for the arrangement of personnel, and the loading of equipment
for one or more units or other special grouping of personnel or material moving by
highway, water, rail, or air transportation. (JP 3-02.1)
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