noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
approaching the enemy
Refers to the act of moving closer to enemy forces, typically in a military context.
部隊は夜陰に乗じて接敵した。
The unit approached the enemy under cover of darkness.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
contact with the enemy; engaging the enemy
Describes the state of having made contact with enemy forces or the act of engaging them in combat.
接敵後、直ちに戦闘が始まった。
After contact with the enemy, combat began immediately.