operating depth

noun

The maximum depth at which a submarine is permitted to operate when actively engaged in battle.

Meanings

nounoperating depth (usually uncountable, plural operating depths)

plural operating depths

  1. uncountableusuallygovernmentThe maximum depth at which a submarine is permitted to operate when actively engaged in battle.
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