text: Glossary
  tactical control
  The authority over forces that is limited to the detailed direction and control of movements or
  maneuvers within the operational area necessary to accomplish missions or tasks assigned. (JP 1,
  Volume 2)
  tactical deception
  A friendly activity that causes enemy commanders to take action or cause inaction detrimental to their
  objectives. (FM 3-90)
  target
  An entity or object that performs a function for the threat considered for possible engagement or other
  action. (JP 3-60)
  target acquisition
  The detection, identification, and location of a target in sufficient detail to permit the effective
  employment of capabilities that create the required effects. (JP 3-60)
  target area of interest
  The geographical area where high-value targets can be acquired and engaged by friendly forces. (JP 2-
  0)
  target coordinate mensuration program
  The combination of the following distinct separate critical components and their ability to operate as a
  whole to accurately produce mensurated target coordinates: use of one or more National Geospatial-
  Intelligence Agency (NGA)-validated mensuration tool, a mensuration process, a training syllabus,
  proficiency development and maintenance procedures, work center/work environment procedures,
  access to imagery, program governance documentation, and certified analysts and/or operators.
  (CJSI 3505.01E)
  targeting
  The process of selecting and prioritizing targets and matching the appropriate response to them,
  considering operational requirements and capabilities. (JP 3-0)
  target location error
  The difference between the coordinates generated for a target and the actual location of the target. (JP
  3-09.3)
  task-organizing
  The act of designing a force, support staff, or sustainment package of specific size and composition to
  meet a unique task or mission. (ADP 3-0)
  tempo
  The relative speed and rhythm of military operations over time with respect to the enemy. (ADP 3-0)
  terminal attack control
  The authority to control the maneuver of and grant weapons release clearance to attacking aircraft. (JP
  3-09.3)
  terminal guidance operations
  Actions using electronic, mechanical, voice, or visual communications that provide approaching
  aircraft and/or weapons additional information regarding a specific target location. (JP 3-09)
  theater strategic level of warfare
  The level of warfare at which combatant commanders synchronize with unified action partners and
  employ all elements of national power to fulfill policy aims within the assigned theater in support of
  the national strategy. (FM 3-0)
  threat
  Any combination of actors, entities, or forces that have the capability and intent to harm United States
  forces, United States national interests, or the homeland. (ADP 3-0)