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onslaught

noun on·slaught \ˈän-ˌslȯt, ˈȯn-\

: a violent attack

Full Definition of ONSLAUGHT

: an especially fierce attack; also : something resembling such an attack <an onslaught of technological changes>

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modification of Dutch aanslag act of striking; akin to Old English an on and to Old English slēan to strike — more at slay

First Known Use: circa 1625

Synonyms: aggression, assault, attempt, blitz, blitzkrieg, charge, coup de main, descent, offense (or offence), offensive, onset, attack, raid, rush, strike

ONSLAUGHT Defined for Kids

noun on·slaught \ˈän-ˌslȯt, ˈȯn-\

: a violent attack

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