襲撃 — meaning in English

English meaning

• assail verb To attack with harsh words or violent force.
• assault noun A sudden violent attack, whether physical or verbal.
• raid noun A sudden attack or surprise incursion, often by armed forces or police.

Senses

襲撃 is used for these senses in English:

• assail (transitive) To attack with harsh words or violent force (also figuratively).
• assault A violent onset or attack with physical means, for example blows, weapons, etc.
• assault (transitive) To attack, physically or figuratively; to assail.
• raid (law enforcement) An attack or invasion for the purpose of making arrests, seizing property, or plundering.

assail — full definition

1. verb To attack with harsh words or violent force.
2. verb To overcome or successfully argue against; defeat.

assault — full definition

1. noun A sudden violent attack, whether physical or verbal.
2. noun In law, an act that makes someone fear immediate physical harm, even without actual contact.
3. verb To attack someone violently, physically or verbally.

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