pinpoint bombing

noun

1. precision bombing.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pinpoint bombing¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

The science-fiction fantasy of pinpoint bombing from remote distances became a reality—a reality all too tempting to exploit.

From Slate

“Or is it an artful move to drive Islamic State terrorists out of Iraq by forcing them into Syria and into the path of the Russian air force’s pinpoint bombing?”

From Reuters

“Or is it an artful move to drive Islamic State terrorists out of Iraq by forcing them into Syria and into the path of the Russian air force’s pinpoint bombing?”

From Reuters

She previously advocated for more airstrikes in the Middle East, mostly backing Mr. Obama’s policy of pinpoint bombing and heavy reliance on local Arab fighters on the ground.

From Washington Times

Pinpoint bombing was seen as a "diversion" by Sir Arthur "Bomber" Harris, head of Bomber Command.

From BBC