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    L'assaut (en. The assault)

    /laso/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A sudden movement or attack against something or someone.
    The troops' assault surprised the enemy.
    L'assaut des troupes a surpris l'ennemi.
    An offensive action in a confrontation.
    The service was marked by a rapid assault.
    Le service a été marqué par un assaut rapide.
    A sudden entry into a place with force.
    The special forces' assault was executed at dawn.
    L'assaut des forces spéciales a été exécuté à l'aube.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'assultus', derived from 'assilire', meaning 'to leap upon'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To take by storm
    To attack vigorously or to quickly take control.
    prendre d'assaut
    To launch the assault
    To initiate an attack.
    lancer l'assaut
    To resist the assault
    To face an attack or defend a place.
    résister à l'assaut

    Related Words

    Cavalry assault
    An attack carried out by cavalry.
    assaut de cavalerie
    Verbal assault
    Critiques or attacks by words.
    assaut verbal
    Suicide assault
    An attack led by individuals seeking to die in action.
    assaut suicidaire

    Slang Meanings

    Struck by something sudden.
    He was struck by a brilliant idea.
    Il a été pris d'assaut par une idée géniale.
    To have a sudden and intense urge.
    He was hit by a wave of hunger before dinner.
    Il a reçu un assaut de faim avant le dîner.