noun
onfall
Onfall (noun) means a falling on or upon; an attack, onset, or assault.
noun
1
A falling on or upon; an attack, onset, or assault.
2
A fall of rain or snow.
3
The fall of the evening.
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Etymology
From Middle English onfal, onfalle, equivalent to on- + fall. Cognate with Dutch aanval (“an attack, assault”), German Anfall (“an attack, seizure, fit”), Swedish anfall (“an attack, offensive, assault”). Compare also Middle English onfallynge (“an onslaught, attack”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of onfall?
"onfall" (noun) means a falling on or upon; an attack, onset, or assault.
What are the different meanings of onfall?
"onfall" has 3 main meanings: 1. A falling on or upon; an attack, onset, or assault; 2. A fall of rain or snow; 3. The fall of the evening.