CBRN
Military abbreviation · Military Term
| Stands for | Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear |
|---|---|
| Categories | Military |
CBRN stands for Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear, a military term abbreviation also used in government.
Category of weapons, hazards and defensive measures involving toxic chemicals, disease agents, radioactive materials and nuclear devices. Military units train in CBRN defense, detection and decontamination.
Example: The CBRN team swept the building for chemical agents before the investigators entered.
Usage notes
CBRN replaced the older term NBC (nuclear, biological and chemical) in US and NATO usage. CBRNE adds high-yield explosives. Army chemical specialists hold the MOS 74D, and the Army Chemical Corps trains at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.
Related abbreviations
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- CACO – Casualty Assistance Calls Officer
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- CAS – Close air support
- CASEVAC – Casualty evacuation
- CG – Commanding general
- CIC – Combat information center
- CINC – Commander in chief
- CLS – Combat lifesaver
- CO – Commanding officer
- COA – Course of action