logistics

The definition of logistics is the act of coordinating complex movements or projects or solving complex problems.

(noun)

An example of logistics is when you coordinate a military invasion.

See logistics in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the branch of military science having to do with procuring, maintaining, and transporting materiel, personnel, and facilities
the managing of the details of an undertaking

Origin: Fr logistique < logis, lodgings (< loger, to quarter: see lodge): form as if < ML logisticus: see logistic

See logistics in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun (used with a sing. or pl. verb)

The aspect of military operations that deals with the procurement, distribution, maintenance, and replacement of materiel and personnel.
The management of the details of an operation.

Origin:

Origin: French logistiques

Origin: , from logistique, logic (perhaps influenced by loger, to quarter)

Origin: , from Medieval Latin logisticus, of calculation; see logistic

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