EW - Electronic Warfare
EW stands for Electronic Warfare. Military action involving the use of electromagnetic energy to control the electromagnetic spectrum or attack the enemy. EW includes electronic attack...
Definition
Military action involving the use of electromagnetic energy to control the electromagnetic spectrum or attack the enemy. EW includes electronic attack, protection, and support.
Usage Examples
- Russian EW capabilities have disrupted GPS and communications in Ukraine.
About EW
EW stands for Electronic Warfare. This term falls under the Operations category of military terminology.
Military action involving the use of electromagnetic energy to control the electromagnetic spectrum or attack the enemy. EW includes electronic attack, protection, and support.
Related Operations Terms
Here are other acronyms in the same category that you might find useful:
- C2 - Command and Control
- C4ISR - Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance
- ROE - Rules of Engagement
- LOAC - Law of Armed Conflict
- EOD - Explosive Ordnance Disposal
How to Use This Term
When encountering "EW" in military reports, news articles, or OSINT analysis, it refers to Electronic Warfare. Understanding this term helps you follow discussions about military planning and execution.
Browse More Acronyms
Our Military Acronym Decoder contains 50+ commonly used defense and military terms. Search for specific acronyms or browse by category to expand your military vocabulary.