kevlar
[a synthetic (aramid) fiber of very high tensile strength, woven
into bulletproof vests, molded into solid sheets of lightweight
armour (from aircraft to helmets). ]
key point
[ A concentrated site or installation, the destruction or capture of
which would seriously affect the success of operations. ]
see: vulnerable point
key terrain
Any locality or area seizure, retention, or control of which affords
a marked advantage to either combatant.
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