friendly fire

/ˌfrɛn(d)li ˌfaɪər/
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Other forms: friendly fires

Definitions of friendly fire
  1. noun
    fire that injures or kills an ally
    synonyms: fratricide
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    type of:
    fire, firing
    the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy
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