Pronunciation: [sˈɔːtɪz] (IPA) 
Sorties (sôr-tēz) is a plural noun that refers to military missions or attacks carried out by units, usually aircraft or troops, from a larger force deployed in enemy territory. The spelling of the word is derived from the French word "sortir" which means "to go out" or "to leave." In English, the word is pronounced as "sôr-tēz" with the stress on the first syllable and the second syllable pronounced as "teez."
Sorties are military actions or attacks undertaken by a combatant force against an enemy. This term is often used in the context of aerial warfare, referring to the deployment of aircraft for a specific mission or operation. A sortie typically involves a limited-duration offensive action, such as reconnaissance, bombing, or engaging enemy forces.
Sorties are meticulously planned and executed, involving strategic coordination, intelligence gathering, target selection, and mission briefing. The number of sorties conducted is an integral part of evaluating military capability and assessing combat effectiveness. It is often used as a metric to gauge the intensity and frequency of aerial operations during a specific period.
During a sortie, aircraft are deployed from an airbase or an aircraft carrier to accomplish tactical or strategic objectives. These objectives might include the destruction of enemy infrastructure, disruption of enemy supply lines, gathering intelligence on enemy movements, or engaging enemy forces in aerial combat. Sorties can vary widely in duration and complexity, ranging from quick reconnaissance missions to long-range strategic bombardment campaigns.
The success or failure of sorties can significantly impact the outcome of military operations and shape the course of a conflict. Efficient planning, competent execution, and effective communication are crucial in ensuring the achievement of set objectives during a sortie.
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The word "sorties" has its origin in the French language. It is the plural form of the French noun "sortie", which means "a going out" or "an exit". The term "sortie" ultimately comes from the Old French word "sortir", which means "to go out" or "to exit". From there, it can be traced back to the Latin word "sortīre", which means "to distribute by lot" or "to cast lots".
