anfallen — meaning in English

English meaning

• accrue verb To grow larger over time.
• sally noun A sudden dash out from a defended position to attack, or a similar sudden burst of activity.
• savage adj Extremely fierce, violent, or brutal.

Senses

anfallen is used for these senses in English:

• accrue (intransitive) To increase, to rise
• sally A sudden rushing forth.
• savage To attack or assault someone or something ferociously or without restraint.

accrue — full definition

1. verb To grow larger over time.
2. verb To build up gradually as a result of growth, especially as interest earned on money lent out.
3. verb To build up simply because time has gone by.
4. verb To gather or build up gradually.

sally — full definition

1. noun A sudden dash out from a defended position to attack, or a similar sudden burst of activity.
2. noun A short trip or excursion, or a witty, sharp remark made in conversation.
3. verb To set out suddenly, especially to venture forth from a safe place.

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