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Noun — A strong, forceful attack, whether spoken or written.

How to use broadside

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launch a broadside hit broadside

Etymology

From broad + side, originally a naval term for firing all the cannons on one side of a ship at once.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “broadside” mean?

The word “broadside” means a strong, forceful attack, whether spoken or written. In plain terms, a forceful attack (in words), or the old naval meaning of firing all guns on one side of a ship at once; also used to mean "sideways.".

How do you pronounce “broadside”?

“Broadside” is pronounced BRAWD-syd (/ˈbrɔdˌsaɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “broadside” in a sentence?

Here is “broadside” used in a sentence: “The critic launched a broadside against the new policy.”

What part of speech is “broadside”?

Depending on how it is used, “broadside” can be a noun and an adverb.

How many meanings does “broadside” have?

“Broadside” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a strong, forceful attack, whether spoken or written.

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