Assaillants (en. Attackers)

/a.sɛ.jɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Individuals who assault a place or a person.
The assailants invaded the building in the early morning.
Les assaillants ont envahi le bâtiment au petit matin.
A group of people who launch an attack.
The assailants were well-organized and had a precise plan.
Les assaillants étaient bien organisés et avaient un plan précis.

Etymology

From the verb 'assaillir' which means 'to attack'.