What is another word for overt operation?
Pronunciation: [ə͡ʊvˈɜːt ˌɒpəɹˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
An overt operation is a military or intelligence operation that is conducted publicly or with the knowledge of the enemy. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe an overt operation, such as a visible operation, a transparent operation, or a public operation. These terms refer to an operation that is not classified or covert, and is conducted in plain sight. Other synonyms could include an open operation, an exposed operation, or a known operation. These words all convey the same idea of an operation that is carried out with full disclosure, as opposed to a covert operation, which is meant to be concealed or secret.
