Noun
artillery fire delivered by a mortar
Source: WordNetAnother team had just finished laying its explosives when the area was struck by mortar fire. Source: Internet
During the night, they were supported by intense tank, artillery and mortar fire to soften up Jordanian positions. Source: Internet
On July 8, he was seriously wounded by mortar fire, having just returned from the canteen bringing chocolate and cigarettes for the men at the front line. Source: Internet
Ropel was able to kill the enemy observer calling mortar fire into the "Halfpipe," and he and his squad could now see the surrounding terrain. Source: Internet
Stacey, p. 111 The Glengarry Highlanders reported coming under mortar fire from German positions further inland, as "with little room to manoeuvre on dry land, the entire 9th Brigade became easy targets for German artillery". Source: Internet
TF Hammer's attack stalled short of entering the valley, due to unexpected heavy small arms and mortar fire, combined with the lack of expected close air support. Source: Internet