English edit

Etymology edit

post- +‎ kinetic

Adjective edit

post-kinetic (not comparable)

  1. (military, euphemistic) Following destructive warfare.
    • 2007, Peter Pigott, Canada in Afghanistan: The War So Far:
      These village kits were created to support the rifle companies in their post-kinetic activities, leader engagements, and mitigation of combat operations.
    • 2007, United States Congress, Securing America's Interest in Iraq:
      ...the speed necessary for post-kinetic stabilization in Baghdad and Anbar.
    • 2008, United States Congress, Deconstructing Reconstruction:
      ...we work with the Special Forces on post-kinetic security...